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Volkswagen Lupo

Black · Diesel · 2005 · 1,422 cc

T31 UPOMOT history

T31 UPO is a black diesel Volkswagen Lupo first used on 29 Apr 2005. Its MOT is valid until 8 Apr 2027 and it has passed 17 of 22 MOT tests, with 72,261 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 8 Apr 2027
Mileage
72,261 mi
At MOT on 7 Apr 2026
MOT tests
22
17 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,846 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T31 UPO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Lupo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,422 cc
Year of manufacture
2005
First used
29 Apr 2005
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
7 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T31 UPO was last recorded at 72,261 miles on 7 Apr 2026, 4,575 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
67,686 miles · 9 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
4,575 miles
Average per year
2,846 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 72,261 miles
  • 2025 – 67,686 miles
  • 2022 – 67,686 miles
  • 2021 – 64,618 miles
  • 2020 – 61,531 miles
  • 2019 – 57,098 miles
  • 2018 – 53,841 miles
  • 2017 – 48,731 miles
  • 2016 – 43,337 miles
  • 2015 – 40,082 miles
  • 2014 – 35,869 miles
  • 2013 – 34,092 miles
  • 2012 – 31,456 miles
  • 2011 – 29,451 miles
  • 2010 – 27,618 miles
  • 2009 – 25,656 miles
  • 2008 – 21,202 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass72,261 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

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 Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2019

Full MOT history

22 tests since 28 Apr 2008, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass72,261 miles1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    72,261 miles
    Test number
    201840652996
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Fail72,261 miles (+4,575)1 repaired1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,261 miles
    Test number
    245680845596
    • Repaired at testRear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass67,686 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Apr 2026
    Odometer
    67,686 miles
    Test number
    244263180343
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  4. Fail67,686 miles1 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,686 miles
    Test number
    343532096575
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-lock braking system wiring excessively damaged Fouling wheel (1.6 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

  5. Pass67,686 miles (+3,068)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    67,686 miles
    Test number
    988155730499
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material On axle (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass64,618 miles (+6)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    64,618 miles
    Test number
    549143127109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail64,612 miles (+3,081)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,612 miles
    Test number
    743386379741
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

  8. Pass61,531 miles (+4,433)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    61,531 miles
    Test number
    149978553845
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

  9. Pass57,098 miles (+3)
    MOT expiry
    15 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    57,098 miles
    Test number
    727611471219

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail57,095 miles (+3,254)1 dangerous2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    57,095 miles
    Test number
    819534504737
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

  11. Pass53,841 miles (+5,110)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2019
    Odometer
    53,841 miles
    Test number
    428335826067
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Corroded at catalytic converter (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Exhaust blow from flexi section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Corroded at rear exhaust silencer (6.1.2 (a))

  12. Pass48,731 miles (+5,394)
    MOT expiry
    13 Sept 2018
    Odometer
    48,731 miles
    Test number
    325817002457

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass43,337 miles (+3,255)
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    43,337 miles
    Test number
    861224967137

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass40,082 miles
    MOT expiry
    30 Aug 2016
    Odometer
    40,082 miles
    Test number
    563903144177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail40,082 miles (+4,213)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,082 miles
    Test number
    188324728366
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)

  16. Pass35,869 miles (+1,777)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    35,869 miles
    Test number
    999990834273

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass34,092 miles (+2,636)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    34,092 miles
    Test number
    658306923266

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass31,456 miles (+2,005)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    31,456 miles
    Test number
    239904032220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass29,451 miles (+1,833)
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    29,451 miles
    Test number
    955897921236

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass27,618 miles (+1,962)1 note
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    27,618 miles
    Test number
    182826330263
    • NoteFront disks corroded

  21. Pass25,656 miles (+4,454)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    25,656 miles
    Test number
    703097609191

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass21,202 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    21,202 miles
    Test number
    261659318153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T31 UPO

Does T31 UPO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T31 UPO is valid until 8 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on T31 UPO?
The MOT on T31 UPO is valid until 8 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T31 UPO done?
T31 UPO was recorded at 72,261 miles at its MOT on 7 Apr 2026, an average of 2,846 miles a year.
Has T31 UPO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T31 UPO has failed 5 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Apr 2026.
Has the mileage on T31 UPO 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 T31 UPO find?
T31 UPO passed its latest MOT on 7 Apr 2026 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 4 more.

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