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FP51 JDU

2001 Volkswagen Lupo

Green Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires5 Nov 2018
Tests15 (12 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

77,746 mi
Last recorded77,746 miles
Recorded on3 Nov 2017
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Lupo65,676 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP51 JDU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLupo
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

12 pass 3 fail
Pass 3 Nov 2017 77,746 miles

Brake pipe slightly corroded all (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly damaged (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 3 Nov 2016 69,695 miles

body damage

both front windows inop

exhaust corroded

front exhaust flexi-pipe damaged

Fail 2 Nov 2016 69,669 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc outer (2.5.C.1a)

body damage

both front windows inop

exhaust corroded

front exhaust flexi-pipe damaged

Pass 14 Oct 2015 61,562 miles

body damage/temp repair

both front tyres low on inner edges

Pass 6 Nov 2014 56,554 miles

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

Oil leak

Pass 2 Nov 2013 53,133 miles

exhaust system corroded

Pass 1 Oct 2012 50,618 miles

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 22 Nov 2011 50,609 miles

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

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

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

Pass 1 Dec 2010 50,600 miles

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

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

Steering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

both rear bumpstops worn

Pass 19 Nov 2009 47,786 miles

BOTH REAR BUMPSTOPS SPLIT

EXHAUST BACK BOX BADLY CORRODED

Fail 19 Nov 2009 47,786 miles

Nearside front brake juddering severely (3.7.A.2b)

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Registration plate lamp insecure (1.1.C.1c)

BOTH REAR BUMPSTOPS SPLIT

EXHAUST BACK BOX BADLY CORRODED

FRONT TYRES LOW (2MM)

Pass 3 Dec 2008 42,821 miles

CLUTCH HEAVY

O/S DOOR CHECK STRAP WORN

O/S/F WISHBONE REAR BUSH SPLITTING

REAR BUMPSTOPS SPLIT

REAR WIPER POOR

Pass 15 May 2007 33,790 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Fail 15 May 2007 33,790 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 17 May 2006 27,282 miles

front pads 3,000 miles left approx

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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FP51 JDU is a 2001 Volkswagen Lupo in Green with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 FP51 JDU, 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 FP51 JDU registered?

FP51 JDU is a 2001 Volkswagen Lupo, first registered on 16 October 2001.

Is FP51 JDU safe to buy?

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