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FA51 XBR

2001 Volkswagen Lupo

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Oct 2016
Tests16 (11 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate68.8%

Mileage

73,906 mi
Last recorded73,906 miles
Recorded on6 Oct 2015
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Lupo65,676 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFA51 XBR
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLupo
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

11 pass 5 fail
Pass 6 Oct 2015 73,906 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2014 64,031 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2013 54,669 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

o/s/f tyre scrubbing inner edge)

rear silencer deteriorating (secure and no leaks)

Pass 25 Sep 2013 54,669 miles

o/s/f tyre scrubbing inner edge)

rear silencer deteriorating (secure and no leaks)

Pass 28 Sep 2012 45,942 miles

Offside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

Pass 14 Sep 2011 43,575 miles

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

offside rear tyre slightly deteriorated (cracking on sidewall)

Fail 14 Sep 2011 43,575 miles

Brake servo vacuum pipe split (3.6.C.1b)

Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

offside rear tyre slightly deteriorated (cracking on sidewall)

Fail 29 Sep 2010 40,941 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Pass 29 Sep 2010 40,941 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2009 38,355 miles

o/s/f tyre wearing inner edge

Fail 25 Sep 2009 38,277 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

o/s/f tyre wearing inner edge

Pass 27 Sep 2008 35,729 miles

Both rear tyres cracking and perishing

Nail in offside rear tyre

Wheel studs not checked, trims fitted

Pass 2 Oct 2007 33,058 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2006 26,531 miles
Fail 16 Sep 2006 26,531 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 19 Sep 2005 21,934 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Lupo?

Based on 505,381 MOT tests across 29,587 vehicles.

72.9%
Pass Rate
4,435
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
29,587
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 17,119
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 11,194
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 9,807
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 9,803
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 8,750
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FA51 XBR is a 2001 Volkswagen Lupo in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 68.8%.

Across all 2001 Volkswagen Lupo models, the average MOT pass rate is 72.3% with a typical mileage of 65,676 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Lupo fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 17,119 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FA51 XBR, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Lupo typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 25 years old, this Volkswagen Lupo is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was FA51 XBR registered?

FA51 XBR is a 2001 Volkswagen Lupo, first registered on 21 September 2001.

Is FA51 XBR safe to buy?

The MOT history for FA51 XBR shows 16 tests with a 68.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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