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Volkswagen Lupo

Yellow · Petrol · 1999 · 1,400 cc

T296 BWLMOT history

T296 BWL is a yellow petrol Volkswagen Lupo first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 10 Aug 2027 and it has passed 12 of 21 MOT tests, with 58,553 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 11 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 10 Aug 2027
Mileage
58,553 mi
At MOT on 11 Aug 2026
MOT tests
21
12 passed · 9 failed
Per year
1,503 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T296 BWL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Lupo
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,400 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Aug 2027
Latest MOT test
11 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T296 BWL was last recorded at 58,553 miles on 11 Aug 2026, 998 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Mar 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
57,555 miles · 16 Mar 2024
Between the last two tests
998 miles
Average per year
1,503 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 58,553 miles
  • 2024 – 57,555 miles
  • 2023 – 56,407 miles
  • 2014 – 53,624 miles
  • 2013 – 50,486 miles
  • 2012 – 47,237 miles
  • 2011 – 44,306 miles
  • 2010 – 41,459 miles
  • 2009 – 38,426 miles
  • 2008 – 35,353 miles
  • 2007 – 32,150 miles
  • 2006 – 28,264 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass58,553 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.

  • Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Rear Axle corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014

Full MOT history

21 tests since 15 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass58,553 miles (+998)
    MOT expiry
    10 Aug 2027
    Odometer
    58,553 miles
    Test number
    907076479805

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass57,555 miles (+1,148)
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    57,555 miles
    Test number
    815447147629

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass56,407 miles (+5)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    56,407 miles
    Test number
    219699573450
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle corroded

  4. Fail56,402 miles (+2,778)2 major1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,402 miles
    Test number
    860587424374
    • MajorEmissions not tested white smoke (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle corroded

  5. Pass53,624 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    53,624 miles
    Test number
    298425674416
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  6. Fail53,624 miles (+3,138)5 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,624 miles
    Test number
    276273364154
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  7. Pass50,486 miles (+129)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    50,486 miles
    Test number
    277358363451

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail50,357 miles (+3,120)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,357 miles
    Test number
    287415253142
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  9. Pass47,237 miles (+24)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    47,237 miles
    Test number
    765651352105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail47,213 miles (+2,907)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,213 miles
    Test number
    215410752177
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  11. Pass44,306 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    44,306 miles
    Test number
    227487451165
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  12. Fail44,306 miles (+2,847)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,306 miles
    Test number
    239507951171
    • FailureCentre Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.2.B.1f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

  13. Pass41,459 miles (+3,033)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    41,459 miles
    Test number
    962593850106
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  14. Pass38,426 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    38,426 miles
    Test number
    592220569161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail38,426 miles (+3,073)2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,426 miles
    Test number
    652290469160
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  16. Fail35,353 miles2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,353 miles
    Test number
    580549448126
    • Repaired at testNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  17. Pass35,353 miles (+3,203)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    35,353 miles
    Test number
    584419448137
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  18. Fail32,150 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,150 miles
    Test number
    204456967490
    • Repaired at testNearside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Pass32,150 miles (+3,886)
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    32,150 miles
    Test number
    262136567459

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail28,264 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,264 miles
    Test number
    271716966137
    • Repaired at testCentre Front Exhaust has part of the system excessively deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  21. Pass28,264 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    28,264 miles
    Test number
    722536066179

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T296 BWL

Does T296 BWL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T296 BWL is valid until 10 Aug 2027.
When is the MOT due on T296 BWL?
The MOT on T296 BWL is valid until 10 Aug 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T296 BWL done?
T296 BWL was recorded at 58,553 miles at its MOT on 11 Aug 2026, an average of 1,503 miles a year.
Has T296 BWL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T296 BWL has failed 9 of its 21 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on T296 BWL 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 T296 BWL find?
T296 BWL passed its latest MOT on 11 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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