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GX51 LGE

2001 Volkswagen Lupo

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Feb 2016
Tests12 (10 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

94,466 mi
Last recorded94,466 miles
Recorded on29 Jan 2015
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Lupo65,676 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX51 LGE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLupo
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

10 pass 2 fail
Pass 29 Jan 2015 94,466 miles

noisy coolant fan

Pass 17 Feb 2014 81,168 miles

Both front indicator bulbs discolouring

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

Fail 14 Feb 2014 81,114 miles

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Both front indicator bulbs discolouring

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

Pass 16 Nov 2012 72,289 miles

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

exhaust slight leak from joints

slight play to lower arm suspension inner bushes both sides

Pass 17 Nov 2011 69,055 miles

o/s door mirror damaged

Fail 17 Nov 2011 69,054 miles

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

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

o/s door mirror damaged

Pass 2 Oct 2010 62,011 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2009 58,774 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2008 54,805 miles

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

Pass 25 Sep 2007 49,717 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2006 44,474 miles

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

Pass 22 Sep 2005 37,211 miles

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

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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GX51 LGE is a 2001 Volkswagen Lupo in Black with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

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 GX51 LGE, 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 GX51 LGE registered?

GX51 LGE is a 2001 Volkswagen Lupo, first registered on 29 September 2001.

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The MOT history for GX51 LGE shows 12 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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