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FP51 XYL

2001 Volkswagen Lupo

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Sep 2019
Tests15 (11 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate73.3%

Mileage

115,754 mi
Last recorded115,754 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2018
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Lupo65,676 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP51 XYL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLupo
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

11 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Sep 2018 115,754 miles

Central Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 2 Dec 2014 103,969 miles
Pass 16 Dec 2013 83,987 miles
Fail 16 Dec 2013 83,987 miles

Front registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)

Pass 24 Nov 2012 71,266 miles
Fail 3 Dec 2011 62,464 miles

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Pass 3 Dec 2011 62,464 miles

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

Pass 13 Dec 2010 54,211 miles

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

Pass 7 Dec 2009 44,446 miles

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

illegal number plates removed and replaced for new at MOT retest

wheel rim badly damaged nearside front

Fail 4 Dec 2009 44,411 miles

Front registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

Rear registration plate character(s) incorrectly spaced (6.3.4a)

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

wheel rim badly damaged nearside front

Pass 2 Dec 2008 39,290 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 20,842 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2006 14,708 miles

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

Pass 11 Oct 2005 10,169 miles
Fail 10 Oct 2005 10,168 miles

Service brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

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 XYL is a 2001 Volkswagen Lupo in Silver with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.3%.

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 XYL, 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 FP51 XYL registered?

FP51 XYL is a 2001 Volkswagen Lupo, first registered on 21 November 2001.

Is FP51 XYL safe to buy?

The MOT history for FP51 XYL shows 15 tests with a 73.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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