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FG51 ECX

2001 Volkswagen Lupo

Green Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires4 Mar 2014
Tests9 (8 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

51,797 mi
Last recorded51,797 miles
Recorded on5 Mar 2013
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Lupo65,676 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFG51 ECX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLupo
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

8 pass 1 fail
Pass 5 Mar 2013 51,797 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2011 49,750 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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

Pass 29 Dec 2010 45,933 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2009 40,415 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2009 40,142 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 20 Sep 2008 36,465 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 Sep 2007 31,427 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2006 27,110 miles

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

nearside rear shock absorber case detached

Pass 23 Sep 2005 22,437 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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FG51 ECX is a 2001 Volkswagen Lupo in Green with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 9 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 performed better than the average for its year.

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 FG51 ECX, 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 FG51 ECX registered?

FG51 ECX is a 2001 Volkswagen Lupo, first registered on 3 October 2001.

Is FG51 ECX safe to buy?

The MOT history for FG51 ECX shows 9 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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