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GV51 YZG

2001 Volkswagen Lupo

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires9 Oct 2014
Tests12 (9 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

93,101 mi
Last recorded93,101 miles
Recorded on2 Oct 2013
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Lupo65,676 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV51 YZG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLupo
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

9 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Oct 2013 93,101 miles

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Fail 2 Oct 2013 93,101 miles

Offside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Pass 10 Oct 2012 86,902 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2011 82,179 miles

NS mirror broken

Offside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Only one wheel trim fitted

Pass 4 Oct 2010 67,873 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2009 60,096 miles

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

Pass 30 Jul 2008 58,401 miles

Oil leak

Fail 22 Jul 2008 58,374 miles

Rear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Oil leak

rear silencer casing coroded

Pass 17 Jul 2007 56,499 miles

REAR WASHERS NOT WORKING, LEAKING INTO N/S SILL

Pass 20 Jul 2006 51,500 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2005 47,202 miles
Fail 15 Nov 2005 47,201 miles

Offside Front Road wheel bead rim badly distorted (4.2.A.1a) DANGEROUS

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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GV51 YZG is a 2001 Volkswagen Lupo in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 GV51 YZG, 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 GV51 YZG registered?

GV51 YZG is a 2001 Volkswagen Lupo, first registered on 21 December 2001.

Is GV51 YZG safe to buy?

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