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GL51 FZA

2001 Volkswagen Lupo

Yellow Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Mar 2027
Tests26 (21 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80.8%

Mileage

80,554 mi
Last recorded80,554 miles
Recorded on10 Mar 2026
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Lupo65,676 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL51 FZA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLupo
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

21 pass 5 fail
Pass 10 Mar 2026 80,554 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Mar 2025 80,440 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2025 80,440 miles

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

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Pass 13 Mar 2024 60,934 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2023 60,672 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2021 60,395 miles
Fail 25 Nov 2021 60,395 miles

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Nov 2020 59,979 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 23 Nov 2020 59,979 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Nov 2019 59,679 miles

Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 27 Nov 2018 89,324 miles
Pass 16 Nov 2017 58,585 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both (2.4.G.2)

Offside Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension slightly corroded (2.4.G.4a)

Oil leak ()

Rear Brakes require service

Pass 2 Dec 2016 57,754 miles
Fail 1 Dec 2016 57,754 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 25 Nov 2015 56,891 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2014 56,402 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2013 55,533 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2012 51,066 miles

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 24 Oct 2011 44,086 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 19 Oct 2010 40,113 miles

Both rear shock absorber bump stops are deteriorated

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

Drivers door lower hinge is worn

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

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

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

Pass 13 Oct 2009 39,717 miles

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

both rear bump stops deteriorated

Pass 8 Oct 2008 38,502 miles

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

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

Pass 9 Oct 2007 34,033 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2007 34,033 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Pass 3 Oct 2006 28,274 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2005 21,475 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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GL51 FZA is a 2001 Volkswagen Lupo in Yellow with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80.8%.

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 GL51 FZA, 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 GL51 FZA registered?

GL51 FZA is a 2001 Volkswagen Lupo, first registered on 26 October 2001.

Is GL51 FZA safe to buy?

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