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GF51 ENY

2001 Volkswagen Lupo

Green Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Mar 2017
Tests8 (6 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

87,808 mi
Last recorded87,808 miles
Recorded on9 Mar 2016
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Lupo65,676 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF51 ENY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLupo
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

6 pass 2 fail
Pass 9 Mar 2016 87,808 miles

Nearside Rear tyre worn smooth on inner edge

Offside Front tyre nailed

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Fail 9 Mar 2016 87,808 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Rear tyre worn smooth on inner edge

Offside Front tyre nailed

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

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Pass 10 Mar 2015 83,006 miles

nearside rear brake effort low

offside rear brake effort low

oil light on

Fail 10 Mar 2015 83,006 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Front registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)

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

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

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

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Rear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

center and rear exhaust corroded

engine management light on

nearside rear brake effort low

nearside rear tyre splitting

offside front tyre worn smooth on both edges

offside rear brake effort low

oil light on

Pass 12 Aug 2010 77,444 miles

both fromt tyres worn on inner rdgw

engine management warning light on

Pass 10 Mar 2009 71,609 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2007 65,317 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2006 53,248 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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GF51 ENY is a 2001 Volkswagen Lupo in Green with a 1,390cc 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 GF51 ENY, 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 GF51 ENY registered?

GF51 ENY is a 2001 Volkswagen Lupo, first registered on 3 October 2001.

Is GF51 ENY safe to buy?

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