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KE51 UUS

2001 Volkswagen Lupo

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires20 Oct 2020
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

95,911 mi
Last recorded95,911 miles
Recorded on18 Apr 2019
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Lupo65,676 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKE51 UUS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLupo
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 18 Apr 2019 95,911 miles

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 16 Apr 2019 95,834 miles

Rear Exhaust fumes entering cabin Exhaust section missing (6.1.2 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 21 Apr 2018 92,015 miles
Pass 23 May 2017 87,527 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2016 87,513 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2013 83,583 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Oil leak

Rear numberplate cracked

Fail 17 Dec 2012 80,062 miles

Centre Front Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Nearside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 17 Dec 2012 80,062 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Pass 20 Dec 2011 77,089 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2011 75,002 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2009 69,422 miles

drivers wing mirror damaged

exhaust corroded/leaking

offside rear foot brake effort low

Fail 30 Dec 2009 69,394 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

drivers wing mirror damaged

exhaust corroded/leaking

offside rear foot brake effort low

Pass 2 Jan 2009 68,809 miles
Pass 8 Aug 2008 64,363 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2007 54,154 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2006 46,181 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2006 46,181 miles

Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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 UUS is a 2001 Volkswagen Lupo in Black with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

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 KE51 UUS, 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 UUS?

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What year was KE51 UUS registered?

KE51 UUS is a 2001 Volkswagen Lupo, first registered on 16 October 2001.

Is KE51 UUS safe to buy?

The MOT history for KE51 UUS shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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