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Green and White · Petrol · 1963 · 1,584 cc

571 LUYMOT history

571 LUY is a green and white petrol Volkswagen Motor Caravan first used on 9 Sept 1963. Its MOT is valid until 28 Jun 2027 and it has passed 9 of 17 MOT tests, with 58,677 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 28 Jun 2027
Mileage
58,677 mi
At MOT on 29 Jun 2026
MOT tests
17
9 passed · 8 failed
Per year
562 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
571 LUY
Registration format
Dateless
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Motor Caravan
Colour
Green and White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,584 cc
Year of manufacture
1963
First used
9 Sept 1963
MOT status
MOT valid until 28 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

571 LUY was last recorded at 58,677 miles on 29 Jun 2026, 298 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Aug 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
58,379 miles · 15 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
298 miles
Average per year
562 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 58,677 miles
  • 2024 – 58,379 miles
  • 2022 – 58,160 miles
  • 2020 – 57,751 miles
  • 2018 – 56,621 miles
  • 2016 – 56,149 miles
  • 2015 – 54,453 miles
  • 2011 – 53,194 miles
  • 2008 – 48,609 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass58,677 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

What MOT advisories mean

Recurring issues

Items recorded at more than one earlier MOT but not at the latest one. Repeat advisories can show maintenance that was put off.

  • Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2

    Major2 MOTs, 2020

  • Brake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2016

  • Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play

    Failure2 MOTs, 2016

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Failure2 MOTs, 2015–2016

Full MOT history

17 tests since 22 Jul 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass58,677 miles (+298)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    58,677 miles
    Test number
    774245899409

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass58,379 miles (+219)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    58,379 miles
    Test number
    494135763839
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  3. Pass58,160 miles (+409)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    58,160 miles
    Test number
    634278314822
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective both sides (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  4. Pass57,751 miles
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    57,751 miles
    Test number
    628764479012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail57,751 miles (+14)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,751 miles
    Test number
    723067489338
    • MajorFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
  6. Fail57,737 miles (+50)5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,737 miles
    Test number
    640166180712
    • MajorNearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength inner sill holed and corroded within 30cm of suspension mountings (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Hydraulic brake cylinder leaking hydraulic fluid brake drum leaking brake fluid (1.1.16 (b) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front inner sill holed and corroded but not affecting suspension mounting or seatbelt anchorages
  7. Fail57,687 miles (+1,066)1 dangerous3 major4 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,687 miles
    Test number
    969397227909
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Inner Cab or chassis has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of a cab mounting (6.2.2 (d) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisorySteering box has slight free play detected at steering wheel (2.3 (a) (i))
  8. Pass56,621 miles (+472)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2019
    Odometer
    56,621 miles
    Test number
    184392216811

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass56,149 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    56,149 miles
    Test number
    833015076117

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail56,132 miles (+145)10 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,132 miles
    Test number
    200428552031
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureCentre Front Inner Track rod end ball joint has excessive play Drag link (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureCentre Rear Body or chassis has an inadequate repair, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureFront All position lamps not working Front Headlights not working High or Low Beam (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureFront Headlamp aim not tested (1.8.A.1c)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.4.G.4e)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
  11. Fail55,987 miles (+1,534)14 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,987 miles
    Test number
    245554987469
    • FailureBrake pedal anti-slip provision missing (3.3.A.1b)
    • FailureCentre Vehicle structure has excessive corrosion, seriously affecting its strength within 30cm of the body mountings (6.1.B.2)
    • FailureDrag link end ball joint has excessive play rear joint (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureHeadlamp not working on dipped beam both sides (1.7.5a)
    • FailureHeadlamp not working on main beam both sides (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.4.G.4e)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.5.A.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Body has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • FailureNearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryHead lamp aim not checked
  12. Pass54,453 miles (+4)1 note
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    54,453 miles
    Test number
    988634305103
    • NoteSlight play at steering wheel
  13. Fail54,449 miles (+1,255)9 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,449 miles
    Test number
    248290005424
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.D.2c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureParking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)
    • FailureParking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.D.4)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.D.4)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteOIL LEAK O/S/R HUB
    • NoteSlight play at steering wheel
  14. Pass53,194 miles (+52)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    53,194 miles
    Test number
    706413571129
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
  15. Fail53,142 miles (+4,533)10 dangerous1 failure1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,142 miles
    Test number
    128289831172
    • DangerousBall joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • DangerousFront Brake pipe inadequately clipped (3.6.B.1)
    • DangerousFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired (2.4.A.3)
    • DangerousNearside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • DangerousNearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • DangerousOffside Front Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is excessively corroded (5.2.6)
    • DangerousOffside Front Seat belt anchorage prescribed area is inadequately repaired (5.2.6)
    • DangerousSteering system excessively rough (2.2.D.1)
    • DangerousSteering system has excessive free play detected at the steering wheel (steering box fitted) (2.2.A.1a)
    • DangerousSteering wheel weakened by fractures (2.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has an excessively worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryNearside Parking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteBody filler been aplied to front chassis members,and corroded ( poorly repaired)
    • NoteCorrosion and poorly patch welded in most vital areas
    • NoteFluid leak both sides rear brake drums,poss. oil seals
  16. Pass48,609 miles (+13)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    48,609 miles
    Test number
    302705608285
    • NoteSlight notch in steering
  17. Fail48,596 miles1 dangerous1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    48,596 miles
    Test number
    351714608443
    • DangerousBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • NoteSlight notch in steering

Questions about 571 LUY

What vehicle is registration 571 LUY currently assigned to?
DVSA MOT records show 571 LUY on a green and white petrol Volkswagen Motor Caravan first used on 9 Sept 1963. Dateless registrations can be transferred between vehicles, so earlier MOT tests may have been under a different registration. Registered keeper details are not public and are not shown.
Does 571 LUY currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on 571 LUY is valid until 28 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on 571 LUY?
The MOT on 571 LUY is valid until 28 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has 571 LUY done?
571 LUY was recorded at 58,677 miles at its MOT on 29 Jun 2026, an average of 562 miles a year.
Has 571 LUY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. 571 LUY has failed 8 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Sept 2020.
Has the mileage on 571 LUY ever gone down?
No. The odometer reading went up or stayed the same at every MOT test on record. Service records are still worth checking.
What did the latest MOT on 571 LUY find?
571 LUY passed its latest MOT on 29 Jun 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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