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GU51 XXH

2001 Volkswagen Lupo

Yellow Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 Nov 2012
Tests8 (5 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate62.5%

Mileage

64,781 mi
Last recorded64,781 miles
Recorded on14 Nov 2011
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Lupo65,676 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU51 XXH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLupo
Year2001
ColourYellow
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

5 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Nov 2011 64,781 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2011 64,781 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Fail 15 Oct 2010 61,850 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Pass 15 Oct 2010 61,850 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2009 55,456 miles

Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 21 Apr 2008 39,172 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2006 22,575 miles

as before

Fail 19 Oct 2006 22,558 miles

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

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

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

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

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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GU51 XXH is a 2001 Volkswagen Lupo in Yellow with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 8 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 62.5%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GU51 XXH, 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

How do I check the history of GU51 XXH?

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What year was GU51 XXH registered?

GU51 XXH is a 2001 Volkswagen Lupo, first registered on 24 October 2001.

Is GU51 XXH safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU51 XXH shows 8 tests with a 62.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GU51 XXH have outstanding finance?

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