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Volkswagen Lupo

Black · Petrol · 2003 · 1,390 cc

LB52 GYEMOT history

LB52 GYE is a black petrol Volkswagen Lupo first used on 16 Jan 2003. Its MOT is valid until 13 Jul 2027 and it has passed 19 of 24 MOT tests, with 81,107 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Jul 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 13 Jul 2027
Mileage
81,107 mi
At MOT on 14 Jul 2026
MOT tests
24
19 passed · 5 failed
Per year
3,711 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB52 GYE
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Lupo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
16 Jan 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 13 Jul 2027
Latest MOT test
14 Jul 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB52 GYE was last recorded at 81,107 miles on 14 Jul 2026, 5 miles more than at the previous MOT on 13 Jul 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
81,102 miles · 13 Jul 2026
Between the last two tests
5 miles
Average per year
3,711 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 81,107 miles
  • 2025 – 80,306 miles
  • 2024 – 78,409 miles
  • 2023 – 76,598 miles
  • 2021 – 76,018 miles
  • 2020 – 75,546 miles
  • 2019 – 74,593 miles
  • 2018 – 63,678 miles
  • 2017 – 57,601 miles
  • 2016 – 54,420 miles
  • 2015 – 45,565 miles
  • 2014 – 40,976 miles
  • 2013 – 34,829 miles
  • 2012 – 30,095 miles
  • 2011 – 28,288 miles
  • 2010 – 24,600 miles
  • 2008 – 15,446 miles
  • 2007 – 9,798 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass81,107 miles
  • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))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 Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor2 MOTs, 2024–2025

Full MOT history

24 tests since 3 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass81,107 miles (+5)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    13 Jul 2027
    Odometer
    81,107 miles
    Test number
    985542957246
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  2. Fail81,102 miles (+796)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,102 miles
    Test number
    573656084499
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  3. Pass80,306 miles (+1,897)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2026
    Odometer
    80,306 miles
    Test number
    628338955179
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass78,409 miles (+1,811)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2025
    Odometer
    78,409 miles
    Test number
    838233724536
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  5. Pass76,598 miles (+580)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2024
    Odometer
    76,598 miles
    Test number
    890332229448
    • MinorNearside Front Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

  6. Pass76,018 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2022
    Odometer
    76,018 miles
    Test number
    257952308999

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail76,018 miles (+472)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,018 miles
    Test number
    848219284338
    • MajorBattery insecure and likely to cause a short circuit (4.13 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass75,546 miles (+953)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 May 2021
    Odometer
    75,546 miles
    Test number
    253929307345
    • MinorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin all (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  9. Pass74,593 miles (+10,915)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    74,593 miles
    Test number
    964017315587
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  10. Pass63,678 miles (+6,077)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    63,678 miles
    Test number
    451081221651
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

  11. Pass57,601 miles (+3,181)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    57,601 miles
    Test number
    913081926236
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  12. Pass54,420 miles (+8,855)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Sept 2017
    Odometer
    54,420 miles
    Test number
    323275811334
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded on inner face (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded on inner & outer face's (3.5.1i)

  13. Pass45,565 miles (+4,589)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    45,565 miles
    Test number
    319077485147

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass40,976 miles (+6,147)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    40,976 miles
    Test number
    978443784138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass34,829 miles (+4,734)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    34,829 miles
    Test number
    715556193107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass30,095 miles (+1,807)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    30,095 miles
    Test number
    905292192175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail28,288 miles1 repaired3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,288 miles
    Test number
    125976491143
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn on inner and outer edges
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn on inner and outer edges

  18. Pass28,288 miles (+3,688)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    28,288 miles
    Test number
    849226091137
    • NoteNail in nearside front tyre
    • NoteNearside front tyre worn on inner and outer edges
    • NoteOffside front tyre worn on inner and outer edges

  19. Fail24,600 miles3 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,600 miles
    Test number
    122612210261
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • NoteOffside door damaged

  20. Pass24,600 miles (+9,154)1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    24,600 miles
    Test number
    814652710253
    • NoteOffside door damaged

  21. Pass15,446 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2010
    Odometer
    15,446 miles
    Test number
    284751758313
    • NoteDrivers side sun visor mounting bracket loose.

  22. Fail15,446 miles (+5,648)2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    15,446 miles
    Test number
    923461258381
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • NoteDrivers side sun visor mounting bracket loose.

  23. Pass9,798 miles (+1,157)
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2009
    Odometer
    9,798 miles
    Test number
    250084547399

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass8,641 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    8,641 miles
    Test number
    170003107047
    • NoteN/s/r tyre has a cut on side wall

Questions about LB52 GYE

Does LB52 GYE currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LB52 GYE is valid until 13 Jul 2027.
When is the MOT due on LB52 GYE?
The MOT on LB52 GYE is valid until 13 Jul 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LB52 GYE done?
LB52 GYE was recorded at 81,107 miles at its MOT on 14 Jul 2026, an average of 3,711 miles a year.
Has LB52 GYE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB52 GYE has failed 5 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Jul 2026.
Has the mileage on LB52 GYE 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 LB52 GYE find?
LB52 GYE passed its latest MOT on 14 Jul 2026 with 1 minor defect and 1 advisory: offside front outer drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated; nearside front direction indicator slightly discoloured.

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