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Volkswagen Lupo

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,400 cc

T148 BHJMOT history

T148 BHJ is a green petrol Volkswagen Lupo first used on 7 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 12 Jan 2027 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 95,847 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 Jan 2027
Mileage
95,847 mi
At MOT on 13 Jan 2026
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,371 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T148 BHJ
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Lupo
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,400 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
7 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
13 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T148 BHJ was last recorded at 95,847 miles on 13 Jan 2026, 3,887 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
91,960 miles · 11 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
3,887 miles
Average per year
3,371 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 95,847 miles
  • 2024 – 91,960 miles
  • 2023 – 88,033 miles
  • 2022 – 85,873 miles
  • 2021 – 75,957 miles
  • 2020 – 74,702 miles
  • 2019 – 64,654 miles
  • 2018 – 62,373 miles
  • 2017 – 59,577 miles
  • 2016 – 57,350 miles
  • 2015 – 52,720 miles
  • 2014 – 48,272 miles
  • 2013 – 42,960 miles
  • 2012 – 41,242 miles
  • 2011 – 39,981 miles
  • 2010 – 38,513 miles
  • 2009 – 36,717 miles
  • 2008 – 34,528 miles
  • 2007 – 31,977 miles
  • 2006 – 29,695 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass95,847 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2012

  • Offside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2010–2012

Full MOT history

27 tests since 30 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass95,847 miles (+3,887)
    MOT expiry
    12 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    95,847 miles
    Test number
    635986628627

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass91,960 miles (+3,927)
    MOT expiry
    10 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    91,960 miles
    Test number
    439496172140

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass88,033 miles (+2,160)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2024
    Odometer
    88,033 miles
    Test number
    388843032481

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass85,873 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    85,873 miles
    Test number
    921450010039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Fail85,873 miles (+9,916)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    85,873 miles
    Test number
    588261330800
    • Repaired at testExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • Repaired at testExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
  6. Pass75,957 miles (+1,255)
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2022
    Odometer
    75,957 miles
    Test number
    548318724408

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass74,702 miles1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    74,702 miles
    Test number
    812744912781
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
  8. Fail74,702 miles (+10,048)6 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,702 miles
    Test number
    116553304794
    • MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen materially affected by an obstruction (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorRear Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
  9. Pass64,654 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    64,654 miles
    Test number
    962294662965
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  10. Fail64,652 miles (+2,279)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,652 miles
    Test number
    298662274444
    • 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))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  11. Pass62,373 miles (+2,796)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2019
    Odometer
    62,373 miles
    Test number
    521774652041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass59,577 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2018
    Odometer
    59,577 miles
    Test number
    103872174225

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail59,577 miles (+2,227)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    59,577 miles
    Test number
    978973736942
    • Repaired at testBonnet cannot be secured in the closed position (8.4.1)
  14. Pass57,350 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2017
    Odometer
    57,350 miles
    Test number
    561923136646

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail57,350 miles (+4,630)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,350 miles
    Test number
    249308062189
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)
  16. Fail52,720 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,720 miles
    Test number
    416744335175
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
  17. Pass52,720 miles (+4,448)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2016
    Odometer
    52,720 miles
    Test number
    636144835149

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass48,272 miles (+5,312)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2015
    Odometer
    48,272 miles
    Test number
    705666234191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass42,960 miles (+1,718)
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2014
    Odometer
    42,960 miles
    Test number
    167869043181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass41,242 miles (+1,261)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2013
    Odometer
    41,242 miles
    Test number
    387613142166
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)
    • NoteThe exhaust system is rusty
  21. Pass39,981 miles (+1,468)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2012
    Odometer
    39,981 miles
    Test number
    347291031170
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • NoteThe exhaust system is rusty.
  22. Pass38,513 miles (+1,796)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2011
    Odometer
    38,513 miles
    Test number
    421975940151
    • AdvisoryNearside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
  23. Pass36,717 miles (+2,189)3 notes
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2010
    Odometer
    36,717 miles
    Test number
    124237249196
    • NoteThe front suspension wish bone bushes are cracking.
    • NoteThe front tyres are starting to wear on the edges.
    • NoteThe o/s rear tyre is naild and cracking.
  24. Pass34,528 miles (+2,551)1 note
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2009
    Odometer
    34,528 miles
    Test number
    641768048152
    • NoteThe n/s rear tyre is wearing on the edges.
  25. Pass31,977 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2008
    Odometer
    31,977 miles
    Test number
    424311047196

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail31,977 miles (+2,282)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,977 miles
    Test number
    544481047184
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteThe rear tyres are wearing on the edges.
  27. Pass29,695 miles
    MOT expiry
    31 May 2007
    Odometer
    29,695 miles
    Test number
    363680156174

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T148 BHJ

Does T148 BHJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T148 BHJ is valid until 12 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on T148 BHJ?
The MOT on T148 BHJ is valid until 12 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T148 BHJ done?
T148 BHJ was recorded at 95,847 miles at its MOT on 13 Jan 2026, an average of 3,371 miles a year.
Has T148 BHJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T148 BHJ has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Oct 2022.
Has the mileage on T148 BHJ 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 T148 BHJ find?
T148 BHJ passed its latest MOT on 13 Jan 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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