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Volkswagen Lupo

Black · Petrol · 2002 · 1,598 cc

L2 UPDMOT history

L2 UPD is a black petrol Volkswagen Lupo first used on 9 May 2002. Its MOT is valid until 15 Jun 2027 and it has passed 16 of 22 MOT tests, with 122,464 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 15 Jun 2027
Mileage
122,464 mi
At MOT on 16 Jun 2026
MOT tests
22
16 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,807 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L2 UPD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Lupo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2002
First used
9 May 2002
MOT status
MOT valid until 15 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
16 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L2 UPD was last recorded at 122,464 miles on 16 Jun 2026, 6,225 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
116,239 miles · 13 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
6,225 miles
Average per year
4,807 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 122,464 miles
  • 2025 – 116,239 miles
  • 2019 – 115,717 miles
  • 2018 – 105,890 miles
  • 2017 – 101,181 miles
  • 2016 – 98,404 miles
  • 2015 – 83,408 miles
  • 2014 – 78,320 miles
  • 2013 – 71,295 miles
  • 2012 – 64,830 miles
  • 2011 – 58,957 miles
  • 2010 – 53,068 miles
  • 2009 – 47,485 miles
  • 2008 – 41,248 miles
  • 2007 – 34,791 miles
  • 2006 – 25,673 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass122,464 miles
  • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded nsf,osr,nsr (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both inners perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear inner bush delaminating (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
  • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryRear axel corroded

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.

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

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2007–2010

  • Exhaust System Corroded & Mounting Corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

22 tests since 27 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass122,464 miles (+6,225)12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    122,464 miles
    Test number
    698646025167
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded nsf,osr,nsr (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust mounting defective (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both inners perished (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame 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 Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear inner bush delaminating (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear axel corroded

  2. Pass116,239 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    116,239 miles
    Test number
    785252651739
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all discs corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear rear axle corroded
    • AdvisoryCoolant low
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded

  3. Fail116,239 miles (+522)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,239 miles
    Test number
    428715647059
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened all discs corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear rear axle corroded
    • AdvisoryCoolant low
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded

  4. Pass115,717 miles (+42)1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    115,717 miles
    Test number
    399708329091
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust System Corroded & Mounting Corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner driveshaft seal weeping
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail115,675 miles (+9,785)4 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,675 miles
    Test number
    402637882402
    • MajorBrake performance not tested Brakes automatically locking up when put in brake rollers (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn Rear Bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too far to the right (4.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust System Corroded & Mounting Corroded
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner driveshaft seal weeping
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass105,890 miles (+4,709)
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    105,890 miles
    Test number
    992383564263

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass101,181 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    101,181 miles
    Test number
    569592660314

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail101,181 miles (+2,777)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    101,181 miles
    Test number
    964071440661
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  9. Pass98,404 miles (+220)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    98,404 miles
    Test number
    903012019793
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn unevenly (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre small cut in outer side wall cords not exposed

  10. Fail98,184 miles (+14,776)1 failure6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    98,184 miles
    Test number
    461364079855
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both worn (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn unevenly (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded both (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryCentre exhaust bracket broken
    • AdvisoryOffside front tyre small cut in outer side wall cords not exposed

  11. Pass83,408 miles (+5,088)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    83,408 miles
    Test number
    608265395181
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteEngine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteUnder-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

  12. Pass78,320 miles (+7,025)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    78,320 miles
    Test number
    778171564101
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

  13. Pass71,295 miles (+6,465)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2014
    Odometer
    71,295 miles
    Test number
    767191823114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass64,830 miles (+5,873)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2013
    Odometer
    64,830 miles
    Test number
    765474912142

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass58,957 miles (+5,889)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2012
    Odometer
    58,957 miles
    Test number
    518568601107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass53,068 miles (+5,583)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2011
    Odometer
    53,068 miles
    Test number
    244636610167
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass47,485 miles (+6,237)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2010
    Odometer
    47,485 miles
    Test number
    642970319126
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  18. Pass41,248 miles (+41)
    MOT expiry
    9 May 2009
    Odometer
    41,248 miles
    Test number
    543111938108

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail41,207 miles (+6,416)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,207 miles
    Test number
    801147428199
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureFront Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  20. Pass34,791 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    34,791 miles
    Test number
    861440527126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail34,791 miles (+9,118)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,791 miles
    Test number
    541227417155
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass25,673 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    25,673 miles
    Test number
    844497716196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about L2 UPD

Does L2 UPD currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L2 UPD is valid until 15 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on L2 UPD?
The MOT on L2 UPD is valid until 15 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L2 UPD done?
L2 UPD was recorded at 122,464 miles at its MOT on 16 Jun 2026, an average of 4,807 miles a year.
Has L2 UPD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L2 UPD has failed 6 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on L2 UPD 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 L2 UPD find?
L2 UPD passed its latest MOT on 16 Jun 2026 with 12 advisories: coil spring corroded nsf,osr,nsr; exhaust mounting defective; front anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened, and 9 more.

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