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KP51 VHB

2001 Volkswagen Lupo

Red Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires6 Nov 2014
Tests13 (9 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate69.2%

Mileage

94,360 mi
Last recorded94,360 miles
Recorded on7 Nov 2013
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Lupo65,676 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKP51 VHB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLupo
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

9 pass 4 fail
Pass 7 Nov 2013 94,360 miles
Fail 6 Nov 2013 94,353 miles

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

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

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

Fail 2 Nov 2012 81,874 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 2 Nov 2012 81,874 miles
Pass 7 Nov 2011 70,818 miles

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

Pass 22 Jan 2011 70,241 miles
Fail 10 Nov 2009 65,228 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 10 Nov 2009 65,228 miles
Pass 8 Nov 2008 61,582 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2007 56,880 miles

Centre Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

Fail 31 Oct 2007 56,880 miles

Nearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Centre Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

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

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

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

Pass 12 Sep 2006 49,540 miles

Centre Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Oil leak

Pass 19 Nov 2005 45,811 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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KP51 VHB is a 2001 Volkswagen Lupo in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 69.2%.

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 KP51 VHB, 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 KP51 VHB registered?

KP51 VHB is a 2001 Volkswagen Lupo, first registered on 18 December 2001.

Is KP51 VHB safe to buy?

The MOT history for KP51 VHB shows 13 tests with a 69.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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