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KE51 NCU

2001 Volkswagen Lupo

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires22 Mar 2011
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

108,612 mi
Last recorded108,612 miles
Recorded on19 Mar 2010
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Lupo65,676 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKE51 NCU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLupo
Year2001
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 19 Mar 2010 108,612 miles
Fail 19 Mar 2010 108,612 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

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

front brake discs worn

Pass 23 Mar 2009 93,720 miles

damage to nearside rear tyre outer sidewall

Pass 29 Apr 2008 79,989 miles
Fail 29 Apr 2008 79,989 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 26 Mar 2007 68,228 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2006 61,906 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 NCU is a 2001 Volkswagen Lupo in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 NCU, 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

How do I check the history of KE51 NCU?

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What year was KE51 NCU registered?

KE51 NCU is a 2001 Volkswagen Lupo, first registered on 20 September 2001.

Is KE51 NCU safe to buy?

The MOT history for KE51 NCU shows 7 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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