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HF51 XLP

2001 Volkswagen Lupo

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Aug 2024
Tests23 (19 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate82.6%

Mileage

102,706 mi
Last recorded102,706 miles
Recorded on21 Aug 2023
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Lupo65,676 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHF51 XLP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLupo
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

19 pass 4 fail
Pass 21 Aug 2023 102,706 miles

Central Rear tank straps corroded

Pass 25 Jul 2022 100,390 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2021 98,035 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2021 98,031 miles

Nearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear lower arm bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 31 Jul 2020 96,113 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Fail 29 Jul 2020 96,108 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak Hole at middle box and hole at back box (8.2.1.1 (b))

Front Brake disc significantly and obviously worn BOTH (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front All direction indicators slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 3mm (5.2.3 (e))

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

Pass 7 Aug 2019 93,764 miles

Nearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both inside and outside edge balding (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Jul 2018 91,670 miles
Pass 10 Aug 2017 90,266 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

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

Offside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm and worn on outside edge (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 27 Jul 2016 88,704 miles

All brake pipes greased and unable to correctly check

Nearside Front Wishbone corroded

Offside Front Wishbone corroded

Pass 4 Aug 2015 86,925 miles
Fail 3 Aug 2015 86,914 miles

Nearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 11 Aug 2014 84,523 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.2.C.1c)

Offside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)

Pass 11 Aug 2014 84,523 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2013 82,954 miles

Both rear tyres cracked and perished,STRONG ADVISE.

Brake pipes greased not allowing full inspection.

VEHICLE HEAVILY CORRODED UNDERNEATH IN PLACES.

Pass 2 Aug 2012 81,522 miles

backbox slightly deteriorated and small leak

o/s/r brake stiff and has slight imbalance

rear tyres slightly cracked

Pass 3 Aug 2011 77,845 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2010 71,835 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

brake pipes greased up not allowing 100% inspection

eml on

Pass 12 Aug 2009 53,612 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2008 43,318 miles

front brake discs marked/corroded on inside edge

Pass 3 Aug 2007 41,945 miles

Oil leak

Pass 29 Jul 2006 34,979 miles
Pass 13 Aug 2005 28,874 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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HF51 XLP is a 2001 Volkswagen Lupo in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 82.6%.

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 HF51 XLP, 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 HF51 XLP registered?

HF51 XLP is a 2001 Volkswagen Lupo, first registered on 16 November 2001.

Is HF51 XLP safe to buy?

The MOT history for HF51 XLP shows 23 tests with a 82.6% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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