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KV51 HVS

2001 Volkswagen Lupo

Blue Diesel 1422cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jun 2026
Tests25 (20 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

87,262 mi
Last recorded87,262 miles
Recorded on19 Jun 2025
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Lupo65,676 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV51 HVS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLupo
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,422cc

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MOT History

20 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Jun 2025 87,262 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2024 87,113 miles
Pass 12 Aug 2022 87,107 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2021 87,073 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2020 86,042 miles

Front Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

fuel pipe corroded

Pass 30 Jul 2019 84,321 miles
Pass 24 Jul 2018 83,129 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2017 80,698 miles

Nearside Tyre worn close to the legal limit front and rear (4.1.E.1)

Tracking

Fail 2 Aug 2017 80,698 miles

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

Tracking

Nearside Tyre worn close to the legal limit front and rear (4.1.E.1)

Pass 2 Aug 2016 76,168 miles

o/s front tyre wearing inside edge

Fail 28 Jul 2016 76,119 miles

Emissions not tested (7.4.B.1)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

o/s front tyre wearing inside edge

Pass 27 Jul 2015 69,544 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 62,068 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2014 62,068 miles

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Offside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 2 Aug 2013 57,288 miles

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

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 3 Aug 2012 52,530 miles

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

Fail 2 Aug 2012 52,530 miles

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

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

Pass 1 Aug 2011 47,460 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2010 43,267 miles
Pass 28 Jul 2009 36,357 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2009 36,357 miles

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

Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

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

Pass 30 Jul 2008 31,184 miles

cambelt change soon as posible as close to recomended change interval

Pass 25 Jul 2007 25,678 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2007 23,297 miles

Front Lower Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Pass 17 Dec 2005 18,424 miles

Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

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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KV51 HVS is a 2001 Volkswagen Lupo in Blue with a 1,422cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 KV51 HVS, 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 KV51 HVS registered?

KV51 HVS is a 2001 Volkswagen Lupo, first registered on 14 December 2001.

Is KV51 HVS safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV51 HVS shows 25 tests with a 80% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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