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GJ51 OYS

2001 Volkswagen Lupo

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires31 May 2014
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

33,969 mi
Last recorded33,969 miles
Recorded on20 May 2013
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Lupo65,676 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ51 OYS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLupo
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 May 2013 33,969 miles

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

n/s body sill crushed

o/s/f outer door handle door stiff to open

Pass 23 May 2012 30,900 miles
Fail 23 May 2012 30,900 miles

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

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

Pass 10 May 2011 26,755 miles

Both front brake discs are worn on the inner surfaces

Both headlamps are dirty & have reduced images

Long travel to service brake pedal

steel wheels fitted to n/s of vehicle alloys to o/s

Fail 9 May 2011 26,730 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Road wheel distorted (4.2.A.1a)

Both front brake discs are worn on the inner surfaces

Both headlamps are dirty & have reduced images

Long travel to service brake pedal

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 12 May 2010 23,150 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2009 15,090 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 19 Sep 2008 14,357 miles
Fail 19 Sep 2008 14,357 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Pass 19 Sep 2007 12,737 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2006 10,767 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

nearside rear tyre deep cut to tread

Pass 13 Sep 2005 8,801 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

Nearside Rear Road wheel slightly damaged (4.2.A.1a)

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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GJ51 OYS is a 2001 Volkswagen Lupo in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 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 GJ51 OYS, 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 GJ51 OYS registered?

GJ51 OYS is a 2001 Volkswagen Lupo, first registered on 21 September 2001.

Is GJ51 OYS safe to buy?

The MOT history for GJ51 OYS shows 12 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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