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V151 EFX

2000 Volkswagen Lupo

Blue Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires16 Dec 2014
Tests10 (8 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

35,845 mi
Last recorded35,845 miles
Recorded on11 Jun 2015
Typical for 2000 Volkswagen Lupo69,330 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationV151 EFX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLupo
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

8 pass 2 fail
Fail 11 Jun 2015 35,845 miles

Emissions not tested (7.3.A.1)

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

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

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

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

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

n/s/r wheel bearing noisy

Pass 12 Dec 2013 32,650 miles

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

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

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

Pass 17 Dec 2012 26,378 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 21,320 miles

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Front brake discs pitted

Fail 4 May 2011 21,320 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

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Front brake discs pitted

Pass 25 Jan 2010 16,403 miles

nearside front slightly perished

Pass 9 Jan 2009 13,583 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2008 12,667 miles
Pass 10 Jan 2007 11,807 miles
Pass 17 Jan 2006 10,969 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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V151 EFX is a 2000 Volkswagen Lupo in Blue with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 10 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

Across all 2000 Volkswagen Lupo models, the average MOT pass rate is 71.6% with a typical mileage of 69,330 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 V151 EFX, 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 26 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 V151 EFX registered?

V151 EFX is a 2000 Volkswagen Lupo, first registered on 14 January 2000.

Is V151 EFX safe to buy?

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