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GN51 EWB

2001 Volkswagen Lupo

Green Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Feb 2021
Tests18 (15 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

77,578 mi
Last recorded77,578 miles
Recorded on8 Feb 2020
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Lupo65,676 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN51 EWB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLupo
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

15 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 Feb 2020 77,578 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2019 77,020 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2018 76,651 miles
Pass 11 Feb 2017 71,948 miles
Pass 9 Feb 2016 65,872 miles
Fail 9 Feb 2016 65,872 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 14 Feb 2015 64,069 miles
Pass 8 Feb 2014 57,205 miles
Fail 8 Feb 2014 57,205 miles

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 9 Feb 2013 50,102 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2012 41,619 miles
Pass 24 Feb 2011 32,463 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2011 32,452 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

both front brake discs slightly pitted

offside rear tyre perished sidewall

Pass 21 Jan 2010 28,363 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 21 Jan 2009 25,603 miles

front discs corroded on inner edges

o/s/r tyre perrished

Pass 21 Aug 2007 23,948 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2006 22,168 miles
Pass 26 Aug 2005 20,492 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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GN51 EWB is a 2001 Volkswagen Lupo in Green with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 GN51 EWB, 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 GN51 EWB registered?

GN51 EWB is a 2001 Volkswagen Lupo, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is GN51 EWB safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN51 EWB shows 18 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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