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Volkswagen Lupo

Grey · Petrol · 2003 · 1,390 cc

LM52 XLHMOT history

LM52 XLH is a grey petrol Volkswagen Lupo first used on 25 Jan 2003. Its MOT expired on 8 Oct 2025 and it has passed 19 of 26 MOT tests, with 132,080 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 9 Oct 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 8 Oct 2025
Mileage
132,080 mi
At MOT on 9 Oct 2024
MOT tests
26
19 passed · 7 failed
Per year
6,186 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LM52 XLH
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Lupo
Colour
Grey
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
25 Jan 2003
MOT status
MOT expired on 8 Oct 2025
Latest MOT test
9 Oct 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

LM52 XLH was last recorded at 132,080 miles on 9 Oct 2024, 1,251 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Jun 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
130,829 miles · 10 Jun 2024
Between the last two tests
1,251 miles
Average per year
6,186 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 132,080 miles
  • 2021 – 130,227 miles
  • 2020 – 123,181 miles
  • 2019 – 116,899 miles
  • 2018 – 114,888 miles
  • 2017 – 107,199 miles
  • 2016 – 100,016 miles
  • 2015 – 86,204 miles
  • 2014 – 70,203 miles
  • 2013 – 62,144 miles
  • 2012 – 55,396 miles
  • 2011 – 49,530 miles
  • 2010 – 43,304 miles
  • 2009 – 36,940 miles
  • 2008 – 33,366 miles
  • 2007 – 28,177 miles
  • 2006 – 21,370 miles
  • 2005 – 15,784 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass132,080 miles
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources missing (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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 legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2018–2019

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Coolant leak

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Rear Lower Engine mounting damaged but not to excess

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

26 tests since 21 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass132,080 miles (+1,251)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    8 Oct 2025
    Odometer
    132,080 miles
    Test number
    707331419674
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources missing (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass130,829 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    9 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    130,829 miles
    Test number
    529691334260
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Fail130,829 miles (+602)1 dangerous1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,829 miles
    Test number
    726207418429
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  4. Pass130,227 miles (+7,046)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    130,227 miles
    Test number
    291385190275
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp missing in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass123,181 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    123,181 miles
    Test number
    239237512349
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  6. Fail123,181 miles (+6,282)4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    123,181 miles
    Test number
    340725769472
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorRear Registration plate inscription illegible (0.1 (b))
    • MajorSteering column has excessive movement up and down (2.2.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Lower Engine mounting damaged but not to excess (6.1.8 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryVehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

  7. Pass116,899 miles (+10)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    116,899 miles
    Test number
    778390995490
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all brake pipe fellules (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipe from flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail116,889 miles (+2,001)1 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,889 miles
    Test number
    328030418612
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryBrake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule all brake pipe fellules (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipe from flexi (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass114,888 miles (+2,140)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    114,888 miles
    Test number
    772053752644
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Fail112,748 miles (+5,549)4 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,748 miles
    Test number
    537887403252
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn REAR BUSH (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorTyre fouling a part of the vehicle COIL SPRING (5.2.3 (f))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  11. Pass107,199 miles (+7,183)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    107,199 miles
    Test number
    757969297676
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre and tailpipe (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Pass100,016 miles (+13,812)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    100,016 miles
    Test number
    268673165880
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  13. Pass86,204 miles (+16,001)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    86,204 miles
    Test number
    110922911594
    • AdvisorySteering column top bearing slightly worn (2.1.2c)

  14. Pass70,203 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    70,203 miles
    Test number
    487452404420
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  15. Fail70,203 miles (+8,059)4 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,203 miles
    Test number
    115742704328
    • FailureExhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureFront Suspension arm ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteOil leak

  16. Pass62,144 miles (+6,748)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2014
    Odometer
    62,144 miles
    Test number
    789627583290
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • NoteExhaust back box deteriating

  17. Pass55,396 miles (+5,866)
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2013
    Odometer
    55,396 miles
    Test number
    469204802409

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass49,530 miles (+6,226)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    49,530 miles
    Test number
    699083651388
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteFront tyres wearing inside edges

  19. Pass43,304 miles (+6,364)
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    43,304 miles
    Test number
    683466350324

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail36,940 miles3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,940 miles
    Test number
    361901449320
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  21. Pass36,940 miles (+3,574)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    36,940 miles
    Test number
    380521549375
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  22. Pass33,366 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    33,366 miles
    Test number
    102491158393

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail33,366 miles (+5,189)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,366 miles
    Test number
    933901658376
    • Repaired at testNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  24. Pass28,177 miles (+6,807)
    MOT expiry
    30 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    28,177 miles
    Test number
    980315967392

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass21,370 miles (+5,586)
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    21,370 miles
    Test number
    692738646353

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass15,784 miles1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    15,784 miles
    Test number
    702355355388
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear brakes noisy

Questions about LM52 XLH

Does LM52 XLH currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on LM52 XLH expired on 8 Oct 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on LM52 XLH?
The MOT on LM52 XLH expired on 8 Oct 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has LM52 XLH done?
LM52 XLH was recorded at 132,080 miles at its MOT on 9 Oct 2024, an average of 6,186 miles a year.
Has LM52 XLH ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LM52 XLH has failed 7 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Jun 2024.
Has the mileage on LM52 XLH 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 LM52 XLH find?
LM52 XLH passed its latest MOT on 9 Oct 2024 with 1 minor defect: nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources missing.

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