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Black · Petrol · 2013 · 999 cc

L31 XCPMOT history

L31 XCP is a black petrol Volkswagen UP first used on 3 May 2013. Its MOT is valid until 8 Jul 2027 and it has passed 11 of 14 MOT tests, with 78,066 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Jul 2026.

L31 XCP black Volkswagen UP – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen UP, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 8 Jul 2027
Mileage
78,066 mi
At MOT on 7 Jul 2026
MOT tests
14
11 passed · 3 failed
Per year
5,540 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
L31 XCP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
UP
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
999 cc
Year of manufacture
2013
First used
3 May 2013
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

L31 XCP was last recorded at 78,066 miles on 7 Jul 2026, 6,863 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
71,203 miles · 25 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
6,863 miles
Average per year
5,540 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 78,066 miles
  • 2025 – 71,203 miles
  • 2024 – 66,974 miles
  • 2023 – 61,952 miles
  • 2022 – 58,862 miles
  • 2021 – 54,201 miles
  • 2020 – 46,649 miles
  • 2019 – 39,996 miles
  • 2018 – 33,644 miles
  • 2017 – 26,554 miles
  • 2016 – 21,810 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass78,066 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2018

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 Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2025

  • Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

14 tests since 11 May 2016, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass78,066 miles (+6,863)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    78,066 miles
    Test number
    396447199493
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  2. Pass71,203 miles (+4,229)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2026
    Odometer
    71,203 miles
    Test number
    132363541730
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  3. Pass66,974 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2025
    Odometer
    66,974 miles
    Test number
    744923442919
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  4. Fail66,974 miles (+5,022)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,974 miles
    Test number
    864886136042
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high prs (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  5. Pass61,952 miles (+3,090)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    61,952 miles
    Test number
    675140806760
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass58,862 miles (+4,661)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    58,862 miles
    Test number
    330398613231
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipe corroded on rear joint (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass54,201 miles (+7,552)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    54,201 miles
    Test number
    272442753660
    • MinorNearside Rear Tyre obviously under inflated (5.2.3 (l))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre inner edge

  8. Pass46,649 miles (+90)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Jun 2021
    Odometer
    46,649 miles
    Test number
    994821510423
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail46,559 miles (+6,563)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,559 miles
    Test number
    147622719425
    • MajorFuel cap/sealing device ineffective seal split (6.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass39,996 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jun 2020
    Odometer
    39,996 miles
    Test number
    599208139251
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Fail39,996 miles (+6,352)1 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,996 miles
    Test number
    362396115091
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass33,644 miles (+7,090)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2019
    Odometer
    33,644 miles
    Test number
    923852169935
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (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 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass26,554 miles (+4,744)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2018
    Odometer
    26,554 miles
    Test number
    264118231785

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass21,810 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2017
    Odometer
    21,810 miles
    Test number
    982467820862
    • 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)

Questions about L31 XCP

Does L31 XCP currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on L31 XCP is valid until 8 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on L31 XCP?
The MOT on L31 XCP is valid until 8 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has L31 XCP done?
L31 XCP was recorded at 78,066 miles at its MOT on 7 Jul 2026, an average of 5,540 miles a year.
Has L31 XCP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. L31 XCP has failed 3 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Jul 2024.
Has the mileage on L31 XCP 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 L31 XCP find?
L31 XCP passed its latest MOT on 7 Jul 2026 with 1 advisory: nearside front tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge.

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