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KY51 RZX

2001 Volkswagen Lupo

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 May 2019
Tests16 (13 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate81.3%

Mileage

106,887 mi
Last recorded106,887 miles
Recorded on28 Apr 2018
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Lupo65,676 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKY51 RZX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLupo
Year2001
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

13 pass 3 fail
Pass 28 Apr 2018 106,887 miles

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

Pass 3 May 2017 100,851 miles
Fail 2 May 2017 100,808 miles

Battery insecure (1.9.1)

Nearside Windscreen wiper not operating over a large enough area to give an adequate view (8.2.1c)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Front Lower Ball joint has had excessive heat applied (2.2.C.1e) DANGEROUS

Pass 2 Nov 2016 98,374 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2015 96,652 miles
Fail 26 Aug 2015 96,648 miles

Offside Front Front suspension has excessive movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

Offside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Pass 19 Jun 2014 89,448 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2013 83,578 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust system deteriorated

Pass 29 Jun 2012 79,866 miles

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

Front registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Rear registration plate delaminated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

engine light on

Fail 8 Mar 2012 79,861 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

Parking brake lever has little reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

rear bump stops poor

Pass 16 Mar 2011 74,464 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2010 68,969 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2009 62,276 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2008 56,964 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2007 50,646 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2006 43,195 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)

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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KY51 RZX is a 2001 Volkswagen Lupo in Black with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 16 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.3%.

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 KY51 RZX, 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 KY51 RZX registered?

KY51 RZX is a 2001 Volkswagen Lupo, first registered on 26 November 2001.

Is KY51 RZX safe to buy?

The MOT history for KY51 RZX shows 16 tests with a 81.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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