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HG51 LHU

2001 Volkswagen Lupo

White Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Jul 2025
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

82,431 mi
Last recorded82,431 miles
Recorded on4 Jul 2024
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Lupo65,676 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHG51 LHU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLupo
Year2001
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 4 Jul 2024 82,431 miles

Brake load sensing valve stiff (1.1.17 (c) (ii))

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

corrosion to nearside inner and outer sill

Pass 10 May 2023 80,986 miles

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

Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Offside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

corrosion to nearside door shut

Pass 6 May 2022 79,952 miles

Offside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 10 May 2021 79,199 miles

Offside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 21 May 2020 78,723 miles

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 14 May 2019 77,140 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2018 73,214 miles

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

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Fail 24 Apr 2018 73,214 miles

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

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 16 May 2017 66,674 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2016 60,321 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2016 60,321 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 22 Oct 2015 51,278 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2014 46,363 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2013 42,964 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2012 36,947 miles

both front tyres wearing on outer edges

Pass 5 Oct 2011 29,129 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2010 25,853 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2009 23,206 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2008 20,422 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2007 18,521 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2006 15,968 miles

Nearside Front 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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HG51 LHU is a 2001 Volkswagen Lupo in White with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 HG51 LHU, 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 HG51 LHU registered?

HG51 LHU is a 2001 Volkswagen Lupo, first registered on 15 October 2001.

Is HG51 LHU safe to buy?

The MOT history for HG51 LHU shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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