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Volkswagen Lupo

Yellow · Diesel · 2003 · 1,422 cc

L20 LRBMOT history

L20 LRB is a yellow diesel Volkswagen Lupo first used on 10 Feb 2003. Its MOT is valid until 15 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 30 MOT tests, with 215,509 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 Apr 2027
Mileage
215,509 mi
At MOT on 16 Apr 2026
MOT tests
30
20 passed · 10 failed
Per year
8,300 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L20 LRB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Lupo
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,422 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
10 Feb 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L20 LRB was last recorded at 215,509 miles on 16 Apr 2026, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 8 Apr 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
215,506 miles · 8 Apr 2026
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
8,300 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 215,509 miles
  • 2025 – 213,165 miles
  • 2024 – 211,194 miles
  • 2023 – 205,752 miles
  • 2022 – 190,316 miles
  • 2021 – 171,122 miles
  • 2019 – 153,287 miles
  • 2018 – 149,067 miles
  • 2017 – 144,536 miles
  • 2016 – 138,664 miles
  • 2015 – 126,047 miles
  • 2014 – 116,510 miles
  • 2013 – 101,786 miles
  • 2012 – 83,362 miles
  • 2011 – 72,434 miles
  • 2010 – 64,497 miles
  • 2009 – 56,251 miles
  • 2007 – 50,965 miles
  • 2006 – 48,011 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass215,509 miles
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front on edges (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026

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.

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

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2017

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Centre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2014

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2014

  • Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2014

Full MOT history

30 tests since 3 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass215,509 miles (+3)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    215,509 miles
    Test number
    158945976486
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front on edges (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Fail215,506 miles (+2,341)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    215,506 miles
    Test number
    650062860649
    • MajorNearside Front Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting insecure Subframe bolt loose (5.3.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MajorStop lamp(s) not working both (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Rear pipes (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryHand brake travel high
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPark brake low effort
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing All tyres (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryTyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both front on edges (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass213,165 miles (+1,971)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    213,165 miles
    Test number
    664673974293
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  4. Pass211,194 miles (+5,442)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    211,194 miles
    Test number
    664652170830
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  5. Pass205,752 miles (+15,436)2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    205,752 miles
    Test number
    252637307742
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryDriver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate insecure but not likely to fall off (0.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area damaged but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass190,316 miles (+269)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    190,316 miles
    Test number
    634837353495
    • Advisory3rd brake light not working
    • AdvisoryNearside indicators work if slight pressure is applied to stalk
    • AdvisoryTapley meter used for brake test due to lowered suspension bottoming out in roller tester

  7. Fail190,047 miles (+18,925)6 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,047 miles
    Test number
    647908527143
    • MajorExhaust system insecure hitting brake pipes (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside All direction indicators not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryDriver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear springs corroded
    • AdvisoryUnder body and sills damaged due to sills being very low
    • AdvisoryVery low suspension

  8. Pass171,122 miles (+20)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    171,122 miles
    Test number
    511696038982
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON LIMIT (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail171,102 miles (+17,815)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,102 miles
    Test number
    758031971920
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge ON LIMIT (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass153,287 miles (+4,220)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    153,287 miles
    Test number
    320133882183
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  11. Pass149,067 miles (+4,531)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    149,067 miles
    Test number
    153295304042
    • AdvisoryNon genuine suspension fitted

  12. Pass144,536 miles (+5,872)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    144,536 miles
    Test number
    196609677869
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass138,664 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    138,664 miles
    Test number
    267956235500
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)

  14. Fail138,664 miles (+12,617)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    138,664 miles
    Test number
    974665135163
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Drive shaft which forms part of the suspension coupling gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.4e)

  15. Pass126,047 miles11 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    126,047 miles
    Test number
    555082305298
    • Note1x bulb out on high level brake light
    • NoteBoth rear coil springs corroded
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNearside front drop link bushes perishing
    • NoteNearside front tyre has cuts in it but not showing cords and worn on inner edge
    • NoteOffside front drop links bushes perishing
    • NoteOffside front tyre has cuts in it but not showing cords and worn on inner edge
    • NoteSlight exhaust blow from cat
    • NoteSlight play in nearside rear wheel bearing
    • NoteSlight play in offside front rack arm
    • NoteSlight play in offside rear wheel bearing

  16. Fail126,047 miles (+9,537)5 failures11 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,047 miles
    Test number
    146142105215
    • FailureCentre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Note1x bulb out on high level brake light
    • NoteBoth rear coil springs corroded
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNearside front drop link bushes perishing
    • NoteNearside front tyre has cuts in it but not showing cords and worn on inner edge
    • NoteOffside front drop links bushes perishing
    • NoteOffside front tyre has cuts in it but not showing cords and worn on inner edge
    • NoteSlight exhaust blow from cat
    • NoteSlight play in nearside rear wheel bearing
    • NoteSlight play in offside front rack arm
    • NoteSlight play in offside rear wheel bearing

  17. Pass116,510 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    116,510 miles
    Test number
    959978494134
    • AdvisoryCentre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  18. Fail116,510 miles (+14,724)1 failure4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,510 miles
    Test number
    669007194127
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryCentre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  19. Pass101,786 miles (+117)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    24 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    101,786 miles
    Test number
    338516103280
    • NoteBoth front tyres are on 3mm and have cuts in the face
    • NoteBoth rear tyres are on 2mm on inner edge and tyres have worn stepped

  20. Fail101,669 miles (+18,307)2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,669 miles
    Test number
    505474303227
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryCentre Stop lamp has light sources not illuminating, but not more than 50% (1.2.1b)
    • NoteBoth front tyres are on 3mm and have cuts in the face
    • NoteBoth rear tyres are on 2mm on inner edge and tyres have worn stepped

  21. Pass83,362 miles (+10,928)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    83,362 miles
    Test number
    487215602209
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass72,434 miles (+7,937)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    72,434 miles
    Test number
    367871201274
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteNearside front tyre has side wall cut

  23. Pass64,497 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    64,497 miles
    Test number
    332762400465

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail64,497 miles (+8,246)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,497 miles
    Test number
    643092700212
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  25. Pass56,251 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    56,251 miles
    Test number
    642065709201
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  26. Fail56,251 miles (+5,286)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,251 miles
    Test number
    273964309281
    • FailureNearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  27. Pass50,965 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    50,965 miles
    Test number
    154791297108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail50,965 miles (+2,954)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,965 miles
    Test number
    602101797173
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  29. Pass48,011 miles (+851)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    48,011 miles
    Test number
    542491006218

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass47,160 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    47,160 miles
    Test number
    761953406090
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about L20 LRB

Does L20 LRB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L20 LRB is valid until 15 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on L20 LRB?
The MOT on L20 LRB is valid until 15 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L20 LRB done?
L20 LRB was recorded at 215,509 miles at its MOT on 16 Apr 2026, an average of 8,300 miles a year.
Has L20 LRB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L20 LRB has failed 10 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 8 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on L20 LRB 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 L20 LRB find?
L20 LRB passed its latest MOT on 16 Apr 2026 with 4 advisories: brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material rear pipes; oil leak, but not excessive; tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing all tyres, and 1 more.

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