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Volkswagen Lupo

Silver · Petrol · 2004 · 1,390 cc

LB53 LVYMOT history

LB53 LVY is a silver petrol Volkswagen Lupo first used on 22 Jan 2004. Its MOT expired on 11 Aug 2025 and it has passed 18 of 26 MOT tests, with 39,125 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Aug 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 11 Aug 2025
Mileage
39,125 mi
At MOT on 12 Aug 2024
MOT tests
26
18 passed · 8 failed
Per year
1,813 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LB53 LVY
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Lupo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2004
First used
22 Jan 2004
MOT status
MOT expired on 11 Aug 2025
Latest MOT test
12 Aug 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LB53 LVY was last recorded at 39,125 miles on 12 Aug 2024, 2 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Aug 2024.

Mileage went down between tests

  • 22 May 2009: 7,403 miles, lower than 34,770 miles on 14 Feb 2009.

A replacement instrument cluster, a recording error at the test or odometer tampering can cause this.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFailMileage went down
Previous MOT
39,123 miles · 10 Aug 2024
Between the last two tests
2 miles
Average per year
1,813 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 39,125 miles
  • 2023 – 35,723 miles
  • 2022 – 32,658 miles
  • 2021 – 30,417 miles
  • 2020 – 28,813 miles
  • 2019 – 26,273 miles
  • 2018 – 22,205 miles
  • 2017 – 18,067 miles
  • 2016 – 17,587 miles
  • 2015 – 15,987 miles
  • 2014 – 13,831 miles
  • 2013 – 11,842 miles
  • 2012 – 9,819 miles
  • 2011 – 8,892 miles
  • 2010 – 7,915 miles
  • 2009 – 7,403 miles
  • 2007 – 7,268 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass39,125 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front (0.1 (b))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2022

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits

    Major2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

26 tests since 16 Jan 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass39,125 miles (+2)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2025
    Odometer
    39,125 miles
    Test number
    891138303174
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail39,123 miles (+3,400)2 dangerous4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,123 miles
    Test number
    528066216958
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass35,723 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    35,723 miles
    Test number
    644825442700
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail35,723 miles (+3,065)2 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,723 miles
    Test number
    365782034006
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass32,658 miles (+2,241)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    32,658 miles
    Test number
    371138005556
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front (0.1 (b))

  6. Pass30,417 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    30,417 miles
    Test number
    787231620608

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail30,417 miles (+1,604)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    30,417 miles
    Test number
    486486514248
    • MajorNearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) adversely affected by the operation of another lamp (4.3.3 (b))

  8. Pass28,813 miles1 minor
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    28,813 miles
    Test number
    788703762381
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  9. Fail28,813 miles (+2,540)1 repaired1 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,813 miles
    Test number
    929018690947
    • Repaired at testOffside Stop lamp(s) not working Replaced bulb (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

  10. Pass26,273 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    26,273 miles
    Test number
    105158511843

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail26,273 miles (+4,068)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,273 miles
    Test number
    542674041032
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

  12. Pass22,205 miles (+4,138)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    22,205 miles
    Test number
    250309540550
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Tyre worn on outer edge, nail in tyre (5.2.3 (e))

  13. Pass18,067 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    18,067 miles
    Test number
    314905814760

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail18,067 miles (+480)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    18,067 miles
    Test number
    439150025896
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  15. Pass17,587 miles (+64)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2017
    Odometer
    17,587 miles
    Test number
    498209165000

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail17,523 miles (+1,536)1 failure2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    17,523 miles
    Test number
    754145444178
    • FailureNearside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryEngine misfiring

  17. Pass15,987 miles (+2,156)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2016
    Odometer
    15,987 miles
    Test number
    596476035159
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  18. Pass13,831 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2015
    Odometer
    13,831 miles
    Test number
    667820934102
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  19. Fail13,831 miles (+1,989)4 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    13,831 miles
    Test number
    579790934117
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureSupplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged

  20. Pass11,842 miles (+2,023)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2014
    Odometer
    11,842 miles
    Test number
    345174123145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass9,819 miles (+927)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2013
    Odometer
    9,819 miles
    Test number
    845476922148
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

  22. Pass8,892 miles (+977)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2012
    Odometer
    8,892 miles
    Test number
    659597021141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass7,915 miles (+512)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2011
    Odometer
    7,915 miles
    Test number
    270014030438

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass7,403 miles (-27,367)
    MOT expiry
    21 May 2010
    Odometer
    7,403 miles
    Test number
    821222749199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass34,770 miles (+27,502)
    MOT expiry
    13 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    34,770 miles
    Test number
    404795949065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass7,268 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2008
    Odometer
    7,268 miles
    Test number
    483586417037

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LB53 LVY

Does LB53 LVY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LB53 LVY expired on 11 Aug 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LB53 LVY?
The MOT on LB53 LVY expired on 11 Aug 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LB53 LVY done?
LB53 LVY was recorded at 39,125 miles at its MOT on 12 Aug 2024, an average of 1,813 miles a year.
Has LB53 LVY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LB53 LVY has failed 8 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Aug 2024.
Has the mileage on LB53 LVY ever gone down?
Yes. The recorded mileage was lower than at the previous test once, first on 22 May 2009. This can be caused by a replacement instrument cluster, a recording error or odometer tampering.
What did the latest MOT on LB53 LVY find?
LB53 LVY passed its latest MOT on 12 Aug 2024 with 3 advisories: nearside front headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output; nearside front inner brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread front.

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