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GN51 EXL

2001 Volkswagen Lupo

Yellow Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Sep 2021
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

92,699 mi
Last recorded92,699 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2020
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Lupo65,676 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN51 EXL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLupo
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2020 92,699 miles
Pass 28 Aug 2019 91,144 miles

both rear tyres worn on edge

Fail 28 Aug 2019 91,144 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))

both rear tyres worn on edge

Pass 17 Sep 2018 87,483 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2017 86,814 miles

rear suspension bump stops deteriorated

servo hose split but not leaking

Pass 4 Oct 2016 82,618 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

Fail 4 Oct 2016 82,618 miles

Centre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 5 Oct 2015 78,719 miles

Rear exhaust deteriating.

Fail 5 Oct 2015 78,719 miles

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

Nearside Front Inner disc corroding.

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Offside Front Inner Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)

Rear exhaust deteriating.

Pass 9 Oct 2014 74,035 miles

Both front brake discs corroded on inner faces ( o/s very poor)

Centre and rear exhast corroded

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Fail 9 Oct 2014 74,035 miles

Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)

Both front brake discs corroded on inner faces ( o/s very poor)

Centre and rear exhast corroded

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)

Pass 11 Oct 2013 70,115 miles

Nearside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 11 Oct 2012 65,225 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 6 Oct 2011 60,512 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2010 56,908 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2009 52,667 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2008 45,706 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2007 39,434 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2006 31,061 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 EXL is a 2001 Volkswagen Lupo in Yellow with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 EXL, 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 EXL registered?

GN51 EXL is a 2001 Volkswagen Lupo, first registered on 1 November 2001.

Is GN51 EXL safe to buy?

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