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KE51 EFS

2001 Volkswagen Lupo

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires12 Sep 2014
Tests11 (9 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

41,058 mi
Last recorded41,058 miles
Recorded on30 Aug 2013
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Lupo65,676 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKE51 EFS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLupo
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

9 pass 2 fail
Pass 30 Aug 2013 41,058 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

EPC lamp on dash

Pass 11 Sep 2012 37,874 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2012 37,874 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Pass 12 Sep 2011 34,653 miles
Fail 12 Sep 2011 34,653 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

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

Pass 10 Sep 2010 30,526 miles

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

Nearside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Inner Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

fuel filter slightly damp no visible leak / front discs starting to score

Pass 10 Sep 2009 24,661 miles

Offside Inner Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Pass 28 Aug 2008 19,100 miles
Pass 10 Sep 2007 13,479 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)

Pass 12 Sep 2006 7,716 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2005 7,704 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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KE51 EFS is a 2001 Volkswagen Lupo in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 KE51 EFS, 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 KE51 EFS registered?

KE51 EFS is a 2001 Volkswagen Lupo, first registered on 1 September 2001.

Is KE51 EFS safe to buy?

The MOT history for KE51 EFS shows 11 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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