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Volkswagen Lupo

Red · Petrol · 2002 · 1,390 cc

L16 USRMOT history

L16 USR is a red petrol Volkswagen Lupo first used on 15 Feb 2002. Its MOT expired on 16 Feb 2025 and it has passed 17 of 23 MOT tests, with 99,546 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Feb 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 16 Feb 2025
Mileage
99,546 mi
At MOT on 17 Feb 2024
MOT tests
23
17 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,427 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L16 USR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Lupo
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
15 Feb 2002
MOT status
MOT expired on 16 Feb 2025
Latest MOT test
17 Feb 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

L16 USR was last recorded at 99,546 miles on 17 Feb 2024, 55 miles more than at the previous MOT on 15 Feb 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
99,491 miles · 15 Feb 2024
Between the last two tests
55 miles
Average per year
4,427 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 99,546 miles
  • 2021 – 99,475 miles
  • 2020 – 94,297 miles
  • 2019 – 88,386 miles
  • 2017 – 84,336 miles
  • 2016 – 81,688 miles
  • 2015 – 71,757 miles
  • 2014 – 66,301 miles
  • 2013 – 59,806 miles
  • 2012 – 52,051 miles
  • 2011 – 46,374 miles
  • 2010 – 41,075 miles
  • 2009 – 35,635 miles
  • 2008 – 30,199 miles
  • 2007 – 24,794 miles
  • 2006 – 19,594 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,546 miles
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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.

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

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2010–2017

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2013

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2013

Full MOT history

23 tests since 25 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass99,546 miles (+55)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    99,546 miles
    Test number
    501132022543
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail99,491 miles (+16)3 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,491 miles
    Test number
    331534488485
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • MajorRear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement De- bonded (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Back box (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective Deflated.
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  3. Pass99,475 miles (+4)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    99,475 miles
    Test number
    854616859039
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  4. Fail99,471 miles (+5,174)1 dangerous3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,471 miles
    Test number
    415699544478
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass94,297 miles (+5,911)
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    94,297 miles
    Test number
    524228481217

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass88,386 miles (+4,050)
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2020
    Odometer
    88,386 miles
    Test number
    646890301261

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass84,336 miles (+48)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    84,336 miles
    Test number
    382212314927
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  8. Fail84,288 miles (+2,600)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    84,288 miles
    Test number
    833250713572
    • FailureNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  9. Pass81,688 miles (+4,551)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    81,688 miles
    Test number
    772617969875
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit Tyres low on inside edges Front (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre low on pressure

  10. Pass77,137 miles (+5,380)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2017
    Odometer
    77,137 miles
    Test number
    332196310990
    • AdvisoryFront Radius arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement lower wishbone back both sides (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced both (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm 175 65 13 tr (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit 3mm 175 65 13 tr (4.1.E.1)

  11. Pass71,757 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2016
    Odometer
    71,757 miles
    Test number
    337392915008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Fail71,757 miles (+5,456)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,757 miles
    Test number
    858632115094
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

  13. Pass66,301 miles (+6,495)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    66,301 miles
    Test number
    105501324410

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass59,806 miles2 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    59,806 miles
    Test number
    197748013019
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteEngine management warning light on
    • NoteFront tyres worn on inner edges
    • NoteNearside rear exhaust deteriorated

  15. Fail59,806 miles (+7,755)1 failure3 advisories5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,806 miles
    Test number
    219447513088
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteEngine management warning light on
    • NoteFront tyres worn on inner edges
    • NoteNearside rear exhaust deteriorated
    • NoteRear brakes squeaky
    • NoteService/INSP warnings

  16. Pass52,051 miles (+5,677)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2013
    Odometer
    52,051 miles
    Test number
    775930622007

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass46,374 miles (+5,299)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    46,374 miles
    Test number
    345608211093
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • Note"INSP" & "service" warning lights on

  18. Pass41,075 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2011
    Odometer
    41,075 miles
    Test number
    152322520059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail41,074 miles (+5,439)3 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,074 miles
    Test number
    504081820019
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  20. Pass35,635 miles (+5,436)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    35,635 miles
    Test number
    233052529029

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass30,199 miles (+5,405)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    30,199 miles
    Test number
    612093128024

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass24,794 miles (+5,200)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    24,794 miles
    Test number
    480555227075
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  23. Pass19,594 miles
    MOT expiry
    24 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    19,594 miles
    Test number
    254715726056

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L16 USR

Does L16 USR currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L16 USR expired on 16 Feb 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L16 USR?
The MOT on L16 USR expired on 16 Feb 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L16 USR done?
L16 USR was recorded at 99,546 miles at its MOT on 17 Feb 2024, an average of 4,427 miles a year.
Has L16 USR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L16 USR has failed 6 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 15 Feb 2024.
Has the mileage on L16 USR 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 L16 USR find?
L16 USR passed its latest MOT on 17 Feb 2024 with 2 advisories: offside front suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement; offside rear tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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