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LF51 XHY

2001 Volkswagen Lupo

Green Diesel 1422cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires23 Jul 2027
Tests29 (21 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate72.4%

Mileage

76,872 mi
Last recorded76,872 miles
Recorded on26 Jun 2026
Typical for 2001 Volkswagen Lupo65,676 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLF51 XHY
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLupo
Year2001
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,422cc

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MOT History

21 pass 8 fail
Pass 26 Jun 2026 76,872 miles

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

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (0.1 (b))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front below 1.6mm inner edge and perished (5.2.3 (e))

rear exhaust rust

Pass 8 Jul 2025 76,060 miles

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

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (0.1 (b))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front below 1.6mm inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

rear exhaust rust

Pass 22 Jul 2024 75,204 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge below 1.6mm inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (0.1 (b))

rear exhaust rust

Fail 22 Jul 2024 75,204 miles

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

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge 2mm inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge below 1.6mm inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (0.1 (b))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

rear exhaust rust

Pass 20 Jul 2023 73,884 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (0.1 (b))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both front 2mm inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear perished and below 1.6mm inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

rear exhaust rust

Pass 19 Jul 2022 73,082 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (0.1 (b))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear perished and below 1.6mm inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 19 Jul 2022 73,082 miles

Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (0.1 (b))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear perished and below 1.6mm inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 15 Jul 2021 71,971 miles

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Fail 14 Jul 2021 71,970 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 24 Jul 2020 65,116 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Fail 24 Jul 2020 65,116 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Rear Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))

Pass 7 Nov 2019 61,739 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

front suspension bushes perished

front tyres below 1.6mm inner edge

offside rear shocker damp

Fail 7 Nov 2019 61,739 miles

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

front suspension bushes perished

front tyres below 1.6mm inner edge

offside rear shocker damp

Pass 30 Oct 2018 60,667 miles

front suspension arm bushes worn

front tyres 2mm inner edge

offside front roll bar link bush splitting

offside rear shocker damp

Fail 30 Oct 2018 60,667 miles

Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

front suspension arm bushes worn

front tyres 2mm inner edge

offside front roll bar link bush splitting

offside rear shocker damp

Pass 2 Nov 2017 58,798 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 7 Nov 2016 55,338 miles

Offside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

Pass 26 Oct 2015 52,136 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2014 48,214 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2013 45,656 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2012 43,709 miles
Pass 11 Oct 2011 40,846 miles
Fail 21 Oct 2010 38,428 miles

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Pass 21 Oct 2010 38,428 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2009 35,464 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2009 35,464 miles

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

Pass 6 Nov 2008 31,988 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 16 Nov 2007 29,356 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 17 Nov 2006 24,911 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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LF51 XHY is a 2001 Volkswagen Lupo in Green with a 1,422cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 29 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.4%.

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 LF51 XHY, 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 LF51 XHY registered?

LF51 XHY is a 2001 Volkswagen Lupo, first registered on 23 November 2001.

Is LF51 XHY safe to buy?

The MOT history for LF51 XHY shows 29 tests with a 72.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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