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GU51 YJP

2001 Volkswagen Lupo

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Nov 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

88,934 mi
Last recorded88,934 miles
Recorded on11 Nov 2017
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Lupo65,676 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU51 YJP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLupo
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 11 Nov 2017 88,934 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear end of outer sill corroded

engine management light on

engine oil leak

Fail 7 Nov 2017 88,931 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)

Offside Front Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

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

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear end of outer sill corroded

engine management light on

engine oil leak

Pass 19 Nov 2016 83,193 miles

Engine management light illuminated

Rear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 12 Oct 2015 79,809 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2014 76,301 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2013 72,912 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2012 69,257 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2011 65,631 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2010 61,228 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2009 57,488 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2008 53,989 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2007 48,965 miles
Pass 19 Sep 2006 44,444 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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GU51 YJP is a 2001 Volkswagen Lupo in Black with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 GU51 YJP, 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 GU51 YJP registered?

GU51 YJP is a 2001 Volkswagen Lupo, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is GU51 YJP safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU51 YJP shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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