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Volkswagen Lupo

Grey · Petrol · 2004 · 1,390 cc

L21 DBXMOT history

L21 DBX is a grey petrol Volkswagen Lupo first used on 29 Jul 2004. Its MOT expired on 14 Jul 2023 and it has passed 16 of 19 MOT tests, with 80,341 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Jun 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 14 Jul 2023
Mileage
80,341 mi
At MOT on 27 Jun 2022
MOT tests
19
16 passed · 3 failed
Per year
4,401 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L21 DBX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Lupo
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
29 Jul 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 14 Jul 2023
Latest MOT test
27 Jun 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

L21 DBX was last recorded at 80,341 miles on 27 Jun 2022, 6,935 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Jul 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
73,406 miles · 14 Jul 2021
Between the last two tests
6,935 miles
Average per year
4,401 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 80,341 miles
  • 2021 – 73,406 miles
  • 2020 – 69,125 miles
  • 2019 – 65,027 miles
  • 2018 – 62,210 miles
  • 2017 – 58,456 miles
  • 2016 – 54,654 miles
  • 2015 – 50,413 miles
  • 2014 – 46,058 miles
  • 2013 – 40,457 miles
  • 2012 – 35,087 miles
  • 2011 – 29,360 miles
  • 2010 – 24,390 miles
  • 2009 – 21,055 miles
  • 2008 – 17,594 miles
  • 2007 – 14,618 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass80,341 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust flexi pipe blow (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust mounting defective hanger broken (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryCentral centre exhaust box outer skin rusty and coming off
  • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured both bulbs discolourred (4.4.3 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases jiont sleve exhaust blow (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower arm bushes perished worn starting lifting (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear pipes rusty and corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both springs rusty and corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear both rear shocks outer dust covers loose
  • AdvisoryRear hand brake has little reserve travel
  • AdvisoryBoth number plates have had the corners cut offx4

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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2021

Full MOT history

19 tests since 21 Jul 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass80,341 miles (+6,935)13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    80,341 miles
    Test number
    677525976453
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust flexi pipe blow (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust mounting defective hanger broken (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCentral centre exhaust box outer skin rusty and coming off
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicator slightly discoloured both bulbs discolourred (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases jiont sleve exhaust blow (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front lower arm bushes perished worn starting lifting (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine sump (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox oil leak (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both rear pipes rusty and corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both springs rusty and corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear both rear shocks outer dust covers loose
    • AdvisoryRear hand brake has little reserve travel
    • AdvisoryBoth number plates have had the corners cut offx4

  2. Pass73,406 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    73,406 miles
    Test number
    451012016031
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner/outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner/outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front and rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Fail73,406 miles (+4,281)1 repaired7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,406 miles
    Test number
    830723860917
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner/outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner/outer edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing both sides (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisorySub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front and rear (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  4. Pass69,125 miles (+4,098)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    69,125 miles
    Test number
    138173985373
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced both sides (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded both sides

  5. Pass65,027 miles (+2,817)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    65,027 miles
    Test number
    424666640811

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass62,210 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    62,210 miles
    Test number
    967446105686

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail62,210 miles (+3,754)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,210 miles
    Test number
    803068067363
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

  8. Pass58,456 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    58,456 miles
    Test number
    282151491126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail58,456 miles (+3,802)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,456 miles
    Test number
    827777350080
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  10. Pass54,654 miles (+4,241)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    54,654 miles
    Test number
    639228121776

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass50,413 miles (+4,355)
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    50,413 miles
    Test number
    849799865111

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass46,058 miles (+5,601)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    46,058 miles
    Test number
    969990374116
    • NoteRear exhaust box frail

  13. Pass40,457 miles (+5,370)1 note
    MOT expiry
    24 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    40,457 miles
    Test number
    875646573182
    • NoteRear exhaust box corroded.

  14. Pass35,087 miles (+5,727)1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    35,087 miles
    Test number
    158680402284
    • NoteNearside front tyre heavily perished.

  15. Pass29,360 miles (+4,970)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    29,360 miles
    Test number
    117276101284
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass24,390 miles (+3,335)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    24,390 miles
    Test number
    500718590104

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass21,055 miles (+3,461)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    21,055 miles
    Test number
    923666809281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass17,594 miles (+2,976)
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    17,594 miles
    Test number
    172221018277

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass14,618 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    14,618 miles
    Test number
    864042507211

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L21 DBX

Does L21 DBX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on L21 DBX expired on 14 Jul 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on L21 DBX?
The MOT on L21 DBX expired on 14 Jul 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has L21 DBX done?
L21 DBX was recorded at 80,341 miles at its MOT on 27 Jun 2022, an average of 4,401 miles a year.
Has L21 DBX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L21 DBX has failed 3 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Jul 2021.
Has the mileage on L21 DBX 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 L21 DBX find?
L21 DBX passed its latest MOT on 27 Jun 2022 with 13 advisories: central front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases exhaust flexi pipe blow; central front exhaust mounting defective hanger broken; central centre exhaust box outer skin rusty and coming off, and 10 more.

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