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KX51 DHC

2001 Volkswagen Lupo

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires21 Jan 2020
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

209 mi
Last recorded209 miles
Recorded on22 Jan 2019
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Lupo65,676 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKX51 DHC
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLupo
Year2001
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 22 Jan 2019 209 miles

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

rear silencer corroded

Pass 12 Sep 2017 28,319 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit perishing noted (4.1.E.1)

rear exhaust silencer outer skin detioriated

Pass 14 Sep 2016 27,610 miles

Offside Rear tyre beginning to perish in tread pattern

Pass 4 Sep 2015 26,517 miles
Pass 2 Sep 2014 25,519 miles
Pass 4 Sep 2013 24,307 miles
Pass 29 Aug 2012 22,895 miles
Fail 28 Aug 2012 22,895 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Nearside rear brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Pass 1 Sep 2011 21,251 miles
Pass 13 Sep 2010 19,476 miles
Pass 1 Sep 2009 17,891 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

both front tyres cracking/perishing.

Pass 15 Sep 2008 16,499 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 12 Sep 2007 14,910 miles
Pass 15 Sep 2006 12,847 miles

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

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

Pass 8 Sep 2005 10,520 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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KX51 DHC is a 2001 Volkswagen Lupo in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 KX51 DHC, 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.

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What year was KX51 DHC registered?

KX51 DHC is a 2001 Volkswagen Lupo, first registered on 17 September 2001.

Is KX51 DHC safe to buy?

The MOT history for KX51 DHC shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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