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Volkswagen Lupo

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,390 cc

K29 SAUMOT history

K29 SAU is a silver petrol Volkswagen Lupo first used on 14 Jun 2003. Its MOT is valid until 21 Jan 2027 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 105,001 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 21 Jan 2027
Mileage
105,001 mi
At MOT on 22 Jan 2026
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,894 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
K29 SAU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Lupo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
14 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 21 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
22 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

K29 SAU was last recorded at 105,001 miles on 22 Jan 2026, 90 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
104,911 miles · 3 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
90 miles
Average per year
3,894 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 105,001 miles
  • 2024 – 104,911 miles
  • 2023 – 91,859 miles
  • 2022 – 89,758 miles
  • 2021 – 87,172 miles
  • 2020 – 85,271 miles
  • 2019 – 82,560 miles
  • 2018 – 79,575 miles
  • 2016 – 75,554 miles
  • 2015 – 73,137 miles
  • 2014 – 63,144 miles
  • 2013 – 49,964 miles
  • 2011 – 44,838 miles
  • 2010 – 39,283 miles
  • 2009 – 35,920 miles
  • 2008 – 32,922 miles
  • 2007 – 30,488 miles
  • 2006 – 28,636 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass105,001 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2020

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 Coil spring corroded both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2022

  • Nearside Rear exhaust back box getting weak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

26 tests since 13 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass105,001 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    105,001 miles
    Test number
    433093343819
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail105,001 miles (+90)1 dangerous6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,001 miles
    Test number
    368879407905
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Brake pad(s) incorrectly mounted (1.1.13 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  3. Fail104,911 miles (+13,052)3 major1 minor14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    104,911 miles
    Test number
    978340705715
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Both sides. (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded Both sides. (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Items removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Bumper damaged.
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt webbing slightly damaged or frayed (7.1.2 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear All direction indicators slightly affected by the operation of another lamp Both sides. (4.4.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle corroded.
    • AdvisoryRear Back box outer shell corroded.
    • AdvisoryRear Both rear shocks corroded.
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded Both sides. (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake lever defective but can be satisfactorily operated (1.1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryRear Road wheel slightly distorted Both sides. (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  4. Pass91,859 miles (+2,101)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    91,859 miles
    Test number
    194991047170
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  5. Pass89,758 miles2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    89,758 miles
    Test number
    957842485860
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip stone (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Fail89,758 miles (+2,586)2 repaired2 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,758 miles
    Test number
    244581195100
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view chip stone (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Outer Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass87,172 miles (+1,901)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    87,172 miles
    Test number
    920215598856
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  8. Pass85,271 miles (+2,711)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    85,271 miles
    Test number
    979909454747
    • AdvisoryFront Anti roll bar bushes worn
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass82,560 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    82,560 miles
    Test number
    394147425027
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear exhaust back box getting weak

  10. Fail82,560 miles (+2,985)2 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,560 miles
    Test number
    913162983660
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear exhaust back box getting weak

  11. Pass79,575 miles (+4,021)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    79,575 miles
    Test number
    396707841045
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  12. Pass75,554 miles (+5)
    MOT expiry
    3 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    75,554 miles
    Test number
    126061035556

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail75,549 miles (+2,412)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,549 miles
    Test number
    215066412029
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryCentre section/rear - exhaust mount broken - system is still adequately supported
    • AdvisorySlight bind nearside rear brake

  14. Pass73,137 miles (+9,993)
    MOT expiry
    7 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    73,137 miles
    Test number
    606488729598

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass63,144 miles (+13,180)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    63,144 miles
    Test number
    197635064478
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass49,964 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    49,964 miles
    Test number
    957840063020

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail49,964 miles (+5,126)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,964 miles
    Test number
    319610463007
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)

  18. Pass44,838 miles (+5,555)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    44,838 miles
    Test number
    395941951354
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  19. Pass39,283 miles (+1,197)
    MOT expiry
    21 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    39,283 miles
    Test number
    280106850361

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass38,086 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    38,086 miles
    Test number
    724289700157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail38,082 miles (+2,162)1 failure2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,082 miles
    Test number
    874789000168
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  22. Pass35,920 miles (+2,998)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    35,920 miles
    Test number
    920920419192
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)

  23. Pass32,922 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    32,922 miles
    Test number
    462946308121
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  24. Fail32,922 miles (+2,434)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,922 miles
    Test number
    773166808147
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  25. Pass30,488 miles (+1,852)
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    30,488 miles
    Test number
    193171027164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass28,636 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    28,636 miles
    Test number
    780234666161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about K29 SAU

Does K29 SAU currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on K29 SAU is valid until 21 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on K29 SAU?
The MOT on K29 SAU is valid until 21 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has K29 SAU done?
K29 SAU was recorded at 105,001 miles at its MOT on 22 Jan 2026, an average of 3,894 miles a year.
Has K29 SAU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. K29 SAU has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on K29 SAU 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 K29 SAU find?
K29 SAU passed its latest MOT on 22 Jan 2026 with 6 advisories: nearside front brake hose slightly deteriorated; nearside front lower suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush; nearside rear coil spring corroded, and 3 more.

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