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FP51 YAY

2001 Volkswagen Lupo

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Dec 2021
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

771,120 mi
Last recorded771,120 miles
Recorded on21 Dec 2020
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Lupo65,676 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFP51 YAY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLupo
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Dec 2020 771,120 miles

Coil spring corroded both rear springs (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test ()

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on legal limit ! (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on legal limit! (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre slightly damaged All 4 tyres damaged on outer edge sidewall/tread but not exposing ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Jun 2019 74,082 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

engine light on

Fail 19 Jun 2019 74,081 miles

Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

engine light on

Pass 13 Jun 2018 70,473 miles

Central Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Fail 13 Jun 2018 70,473 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Jun 2017 67,459 miles

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

engine light on

Pass 13 Jun 2016 63,899 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2015 60,944 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2014 59,154 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2014 59,154 miles

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

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

Pass 18 Jun 2013 56,178 miles

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

Pass 20 Jun 2012 53,175 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2011 48,264 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2010 40,562 miles

Small cracks in rear tyres

Fail 7 Jun 2010 40,562 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Small cracks in rear tyres

Pass 1 Jun 2009 35,528 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2008 31,216 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)

Pass 6 Jun 2007 22,050 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2006 14,480 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2005 6,884 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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FP51 YAY is a 2001 Volkswagen Lupo in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 20 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 YAY, 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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FP51 YAY is a 2001 Volkswagen Lupo, first registered on 6 December 2001.

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