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GN51 FJX

2001 Volkswagen Lupo

Blue Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Mar 2018
Tests14 (11 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate78.6%

Mileage

104,726 mi
Last recorded104,726 miles
Recorded on2 Mar 2017
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Lupo65,676 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN51 FJX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLupo
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

11 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Mar 2017 104,726 miles

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Rear Standard fitment seat belt missing ()

Pass 16 Jul 2014 100,337 miles

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

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)

engine management light on

Fail 16 Jul 2014 100,337 miles

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

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

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)

engine management light on

Pass 18 Jul 2013 88,187 miles

engine management light on

nearside rear tyre worn inner edge

offside front wishbone bush slightly raised

Fail 19 Jul 2012 77,973 miles

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

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

nearside front tyre worn outer edge

nearside front wishbone bush perishing

offside front wishbone bush slightly raised

Pass 19 Jul 2012 77,973 miles

nearside front tyre worn outer edge

nearside front wishbone bush perishing

offside front wishbone bush slightly raised

Pass 1 Jul 2011 67,505 miles
Fail 28 Jun 2011 67,271 miles

Nearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Pass 14 Jul 2010 60,570 miles
Pass 15 Jul 2009 56,196 miles
Pass 16 Jul 2008 53,138 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2007 49,812 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 1 Feb 2007 49,625 miles

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

Pass 5 Nov 2005 41,331 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 FJX is a 2001 Volkswagen Lupo in Blue with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.6%.

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 FJX, 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 GN51 FJX registered?

GN51 FJX is a 2001 Volkswagen Lupo, first registered on 19 September 2001.

Is GN51 FJX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN51 FJX shows 14 tests with a 78.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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