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GX51 LGU

2001 Volkswagen Lupo

Green Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Aug 2020
Tests16 (15 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.8%

Mileage

40,115 mi
Last recorded40,115 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2019
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Lupo65,676 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX51 LGU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLupo
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

15 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2019 40,115 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2018 37,937 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle (6.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 6 Aug 2018 37,929 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases middle (6.1.2 (a))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Jul 2017 36,200 miles

Front Lower Oil leak ()

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear this tyre is really out of shape. 175.65.13

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 175.65.13 (4.1.E.1)

check engine light is on.

Pass 4 Aug 2016 34,427 miles
Pass 27 Jul 2015 32,632 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2014 27,807 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2013 25,100 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2012 22,029 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2011 16,153 miles

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

Pass 9 Aug 2010 15,210 miles

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

Pass 31 Jul 2009 14,035 miles
Pass 29 Jul 2008 12,198 miles
Pass 7 Aug 2007 10,253 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2006 8,887 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2005 7,292 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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GX51 LGU is a 2001 Volkswagen Lupo in Green with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.8%.

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 LGU, 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 LGU registered?

GX51 LGU is a 2001 Volkswagen Lupo, first registered on 26 September 2001.

Is GX51 LGU safe to buy?

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