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FL51 PHZ

2001 Volkswagen Lupo

Blue Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Aug 2012
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

99,170 mi
Last recorded99,170 miles
Recorded on9 Aug 2011
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Lupo65,676 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFL51 PHZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLupo
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Aug 2011 99,170 miles

Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 16 Aug 2010 88,907 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Offside rear tyre very perished on sidewall and in the tread pattern. Advise replacement

Fail 28 Jul 2009 79,711 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 28 Jul 2009 79,711 miles
Pass 31 Jul 2008 76,075 miles

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 31 Jul 2008 76,075 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Nearside Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 31 Jul 2007 74,036 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 23 Aug 2006 72,242 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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FL51 PHZ is a 2001 Volkswagen Lupo in Blue with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 FL51 PHZ, 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.

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What year was FL51 PHZ registered?

FL51 PHZ is a 2001 Volkswagen Lupo, first registered on 20 September 2001.

Is FL51 PHZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for FL51 PHZ shows 8 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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