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Red · Petrol · 2016 · 999 cc

LR16 BXBMOT history

LR16 BXB is a red petrol Volkswagen UP first used on 30 Mar 2016. Its MOT is valid until 4 Feb 2027 and it has passed 8 of 14 MOT tests, with 52,806 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Jan 2026.

LR16 BXB red Volkswagen UP – car details, MOT history and tax status
Illustration of a Volkswagen UP, not a photo of this vehicle
MOT
Valid
Until 4 Feb 2027
Mileage
52,806 mi
At MOT on 29 Jan 2026
MOT tests
14
8 passed · 6 failed
Per year
5,439 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LR16 BXB
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
UP
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
999 cc
Year of manufacture
2016
First used
30 Mar 2016
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
29 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LR16 BXB was last recorded at 52,806 miles on 29 Jan 2026, 5,966 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPass
Previous MOT
46,840 miles · 5 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
5,966 miles
Average per year
5,439 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 52,806 miles
  • 2025 – 46,840 miles
  • 2024 – 41,642 miles
  • 2023 – 37,293 miles
  • 2021 – 32,672 miles
  • 2020 – 22,656 miles
  • 2019 – 15,089 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass52,806 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt flexible stalk damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge /age related cuts (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Offside Front Position lamp not working

    Major2 MOTs, 2020–2024

Full MOT history

14 tests since 22 Feb 2019, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass52,806 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    52,806 miles
    Test number
    760451801536
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt flexible stalk damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge /age related cuts (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  2. Fail52,806 miles (+5,966)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,806 miles
    Test number
    902694254487
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt flexible stalk damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge /age related cuts (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  3. Pass46,840 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    46,840 miles
    Test number
    469712745643
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt flexible stalk damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  4. Fail46,840 miles (+5,198)1 dangerous2 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    46,840 miles
    Test number
    439715226388
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Seat belt flexible stalk damaged (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  5. Pass41,642 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    41,642 miles
    Test number
    971991960470
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  6. Fail41,642 miles (+4,349)3 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,642 miles
    Test number
    291507343224
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment insecure (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Pass37,293 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    37,293 miles
    Test number
    988233418965
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Fail37,293 miles (+4,621)3 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,293 miles
    Test number
    477629603594
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too low both (4.1.2 (a))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass32,672 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    32,672 miles
    Test number
    108053941922
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear/age related (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  10. Fail32,672 miles (+4,518)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,672 miles
    Test number
    608553982679
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Headlamp insecure /aim too low (4.1.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryTyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear/age related (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass28,154 miles (+5,498)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    28,154 miles
    Test number
    603468576416
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

  12. Pass22,656 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    22,656 miles
    Test number
    772824261377
    • AdvisoryAll four tyres have small age related cuts

  13. Fail22,656 miles (+7,567)3 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,656 miles
    Test number
    513308443573
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryAll four tyres have small age related cuts

  14. Pass15,089 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    15,089 miles
    Test number
    376689308967

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LR16 BXB

Does LR16 BXB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LR16 BXB is valid until 4 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on LR16 BXB?
The MOT on LR16 BXB is valid until 4 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LR16 BXB done?
LR16 BXB was recorded at 52,806 miles at its MOT on 29 Jan 2026, an average of 5,439 miles a year.
Has LR16 BXB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LR16 BXB has failed 6 of its 14 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on LR16 BXB 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 LR16 BXB find?
LR16 BXB passed its latest MOT on 29 Jan 2026 with 6 advisories: nearside rear seat belt flexible stalk damaged; nearside rear tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing; offside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge /age related cuts, and 3 more.

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