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Volkswagen Lupo

Red · Diesel · 2003 · 1,422 cc

L111 UPOMOT history

L111 UPO is a red diesel Volkswagen Lupo first used on 28 Oct 2003. Its MOT expired on 23 Jul 2025 and it has passed 13 of 17 MOT tests, with 126,635 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jul 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 23 Jul 2025
Mileage
126,635 mi
At MOT on 20 Jul 2024
MOT tests
17
13 passed · 4 failed
Per year
5,580 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L111 UPO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Lupo
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,422 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
28 Oct 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 Jul 2025
Latest MOT test
20 Jul 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

L111 UPO was last recorded at 126,635 miles on 20 Jul 2024, 8,659 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Jul 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
117,976 miles · 22 Jul 2023
Between the last two tests
8,659 miles
Average per year
5,580 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 126,635 miles
  • 2023 – 117,976 miles
  • 2022 – 103,104 miles
  • 2021 – 95,181 miles
  • 2014 – 94,101 miles
  • 2013 – 89,460 miles
  • 2012 – 79,008 miles
  • 2011 – 59,522 miles
  • 2010 – 48,371 miles
  • 2009 – 46,972 miles
  • 2008 – 41,452 miles
  • 2007 – 35,110 miles
  • 2006 – 27,389 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass126,635 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.

  • Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid

    Failure3 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Nearside Headlamp aim too high

    Failure2 MOTs, 2013–2014

Full MOT history

17 tests since 7 Oct 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass126,635 miles (+8,659)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    126,635 miles
    Test number
    879733932746

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass117,976 miles (+14,872)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    117,976 miles
    Test number
    340109964516

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass103,104 miles (+7,923)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    103,104 miles
    Test number
    511830198958

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass95,181 miles (+1,080)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    95,181 miles
    Test number
    103036359318

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass94,101 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    94,101 miles
    Test number
    735298714338

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail94,101 miles (+4,641)6 failures3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,101 miles
    Test number
    595957814319
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureRear brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • Note185/60 R 14 tyres on front. 195/50 R 15 tyres on rear
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteFront sidelights not a matching pair

  7. Pass89,460 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    89,460 miles
    Test number
    446332013321
    • NoteBrake hose deteriorated

  8. Fail89,460 miles (+10,452)13 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,460 miles
    Test number
    245232813338
    • FailureFront registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.4.A.2b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator insecure (1.4.A.2b)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureRear registration plate insecure (6.3.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NotePassenger door hard to open from outside

  9. Pass79,008 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    79,008 miles
    Test number
    497180812431
    • NoteBrake hoses chafed
    • NoteO/s/r tyre wearing low
    • NoteSuspension lowered

  10. Fail79,008 miles (+19,486)8 failures2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,008 miles
    Test number
    746519692225
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • FailureNearside Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • FailureOffside Front Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has negligible damping effect (2.7.5)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteOffside rear tyre wearing on inner edge

  11. Pass59,522 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    59,522 miles
    Test number
    166773411394

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail59,522 miles (+11,151)7 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,522 miles
    Test number
    228402111339
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  13. Pass48,371 miles (+1,399)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2011
    Odometer
    48,371 miles
    Test number
    543889290204

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass46,972 miles (+5,520)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2010
    Odometer
    46,972 miles
    Test number
    770037389217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass41,452 miles (+6,342)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    41,452 miles
    Test number
    734873008385

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass35,110 miles (+7,721)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    35,110 miles
    Test number
    141352287223

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass27,389 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2007
    Odometer
    27,389 miles
    Test number
    431120586271

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L111 UPO

Does L111 UPO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L111 UPO expired on 23 Jul 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L111 UPO?
The MOT on L111 UPO expired on 23 Jul 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L111 UPO done?
L111 UPO was recorded at 126,635 miles at its MOT on 20 Jul 2024, an average of 5,580 miles a year.
Has L111 UPO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L111 UPO has failed 4 of its 17 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Nov 2014.
Has the mileage on L111 UPO 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 L111 UPO find?
L111 UPO passed its latest MOT on 20 Jul 2024 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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