CarVerify

Free Car Check

KV51 HWX

2001 Volkswagen Lupo

Red Petrol 1390cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Dec 2026
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

51,543 mi
Last recorded51,543 miles
Recorded on20 Dec 2025
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Lupo65,676 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Volkswagen
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £14.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationKV51 HWX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLupo
Year2001
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 20 Dec 2025 51,543 miles

Brake pad(s) wearing thin N/S/F & O/S/F (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Coil spring corroded N/S/F & O/S/F - N/S/R & O/S/R (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Under the vehicle general corroded

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 17 Jun 2025 51,467 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

Nearside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Rear exhaust in poor condition

loose inside center cat section

Pass 12 Feb 2024 47,824 miles

Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Jan 2023 43,673 miles

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

Pass 10 Dec 2021 40,081 miles

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

Pass 23 Dec 2020 38,364 miles

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

both inner sills corroded

Pass 15 Nov 2019 36,458 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2018 33,566 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2017 29,864 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2016 26,370 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2015 22,727 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2014 19,386 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2013 17,230 miles
Pass 14 Dec 2012 14,212 miles
Pass 22 Feb 2012 13,680 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2012 13,678 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)

Pass 11 Feb 2011 13,363 miles
Pass 15 Feb 2010 13,086 miles
Pass 12 Feb 2009 12,761 miles

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

Pass 8 Feb 2008 12,090 miles

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

Pass 15 Feb 2007 11,407 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2007 11,407 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

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

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 16 Feb 2006 10,703 miles

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

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
Full Volkswagen Lupo reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

KV51 HWX is a 2001 Volkswagen Lupo in Red with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 HWX, 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 KV51 HWX?

You can check the full history of KV51 HWX by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was KV51 HWX registered?

KV51 HWX is a 2001 Volkswagen Lupo, first registered on 27 December 2001.

Is KV51 HWX safe to buy?

The MOT history for KV51 HWX shows 23 tests with a 87% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does KV51 HWX have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on KV51 HWX. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.