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GY51 LKO

2001 Volkswagen Lupo

Red Diesel 1422cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Sep 2027
Tests22 (22 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

78,034 mi
Last recorded78,034 miles
Recorded on8 Sep 2026
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Lupo65,676 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY51 LKO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLupo
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,422cc

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MOT History

22 pass
Pass 8 Sep 2026 78,034 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2025 77,282 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2024 75,935 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2023 74,827 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2022 73,713 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2021 72,931 miles
Pass 8 Sep 2020 71,734 miles

rear exhaust section starting to rust

Pass 29 Aug 2019 69,292 miles

both rear suspension coil springs and front antiroll bar starting to rust

nearside door mirror glass cracked

rear exhaust section starting to rust

Pass 6 Sep 2018 66,320 miles

both rear suspension coil springs starting to rust

rear exhaust section starting to rust

Pass 30 Aug 2017 63,249 miles

both rear suspension coil springs starting to rust

Pass 5 Sep 2016 60,167 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2015 56,951 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2014 53,962 miles
Pass 5 Sep 2013 50,353 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 47,260 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2011 44,088 miles
Pass 14 Sep 2010 39,989 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2009 36,165 miles
Pass 16 Sep 2008 32,549 miles

Oil leak

front number plate cracked.

rear number plate starting to fade,but still readable.

Pass 18 Sep 2007 28,385 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2006 24,117 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2005 19,360 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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GY51 LKO is a 2001 Volkswagen Lupo in Red with a 1,422cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 GY51 LKO, 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 GY51 LKO registered?

GY51 LKO is a 2001 Volkswagen Lupo, first registered on 28 September 2001.

Is GY51 LKO safe to buy?

The MOT history for GY51 LKO shows 22 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GY51 LKO have outstanding finance?

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