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Volkswagen Lupo

Green · Petrol · 1999 · 1,400 cc

T430 ALPMOT history

T430 ALP is a green petrol Volkswagen Lupo first used on 10 Aug 1999. Its MOT expired on 21 Feb 2023 and it has passed 15 of 23 MOT tests, with 103,193 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 14 Feb 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 21 Feb 2023
Mileage
103,193 mi
At MOT on 14 Feb 2022
MOT tests
23
15 passed · 8 failed
Per year
5,037 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T430 ALP
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
10 Aug 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Feb 2023
Latest MOT test
14 Feb 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

T430 ALP was last recorded at 103,193 miles on 14 Feb 2022, 6,079 miles more than at the previous MOT on 22 Feb 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
97,114 miles · 22 Feb 2021
Between the last two tests
6,079 miles
Average per year
5,037 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 103,193 miles
  • 2021 – 97,114 miles
  • 2020 – 89,999 miles
  • 2018 – 87,032 miles
  • 2017 – 82,837 miles
  • 2016 – 82,481 miles
  • 2014 – 75,846 miles
  • 2013 – 65,273 miles
  • 2012 – 58,524 miles
  • 2011 – 53,551 miles
  • 2010 – 48,264 miles
  • 2009 – 42,033 miles
  • 2008 – 36,030 miles
  • 2007 – 30,874 miles
  • 2006 – 24,229 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass103,193 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (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.

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Offside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2012–2013

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

  • Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2012

Full MOT history

23 tests since 12 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass103,193 miles1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    103,193 miles
    Test number
    805993547633
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Fail103,191 miles (+6,077)5 major1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,191 miles
    Test number
    877826961956
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.1.1 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened all (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass97,114 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    97,114 miles
    Test number
    746100864459
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  4. Fail97,114 miles (+7,115)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,114 miles
    Test number
    737258044170
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases at front flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases at rear silencer box (6.1.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))

  5. Pass89,999 miles (+2,967)
    MOT expiry
    16 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    89,999 miles
    Test number
    654405123745

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass87,032 miles (+4,195)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2019
    Odometer
    87,032 miles
    Test number
    791867901747

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass82,837 miles (+356)
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    82,837 miles
    Test number
    561910923213

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass82,481 miles (+14)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    82,481 miles
    Test number
    700081936909
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  9. Fail82,467 miles (+6,621)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,467 miles
    Test number
    136707189303
    • FailureDriver's door hinge insecure (6.2.B.2)
    • FailureExhaust emits excessive dense blue smoke during acceleration (7.3.A.2c)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryCentre Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

  10. Pass75,846 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    75,846 miles
    Test number
    616770394171
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  11. Fail75,846 miles (+10,573)2 dangerous6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    75,846 miles
    Test number
    125490394199
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • FailureOffside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  12. Pass65,273 miles (+2)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    65,273 miles
    Test number
    676772313257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail65,271 miles (+6,747)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,271 miles
    Test number
    546920813237
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Lower Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass58,524 miles7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    58,524 miles
    Test number
    145081892101
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre perished

  15. Fail58,524 miles (+4,973)2 failures7 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    58,524 miles
    Test number
    237939982453
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteNearside rear tyre perished

  16. Pass53,551 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    53,551 miles
    Test number
    209210011237

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail53,541 miles (+5,277)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,541 miles
    Test number
    615400111258
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
    • AdvisoryService brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)

  18. Pass48,264 miles (+6,231)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    20 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    48,264 miles
    Test number
    104442200256
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • NoteRear exhaust has a mounting broken but it is supported

  19. Pass42,033 miles (+6,003)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    42,033 miles
    Test number
    773694599175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass36,030 miles
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    36,030 miles
    Test number
    663418898126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail36,030 miles (+5,156)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,030 miles
    Test number
    952658698196
    • FailureOffside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

  22. Pass30,874 miles (+6,645)
    MOT expiry
    17 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    30,874 miles
    Test number
    701109197133

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass24,229 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    24,229 miles
    Test number
    810413766187

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T430 ALP

Does T430 ALP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T430 ALP expired on 21 Feb 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T430 ALP?
The MOT on T430 ALP expired on 21 Feb 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T430 ALP done?
T430 ALP was recorded at 103,193 miles at its MOT on 14 Feb 2022, an average of 5,037 miles a year.
Has T430 ALP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T430 ALP has failed 8 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 14 Feb 2022.
Has the mileage on T430 ALP 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 T430 ALP find?
T430 ALP passed its latest MOT on 14 Feb 2022 with 1 minor defect and 8 advisories: nearside rear registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread, and 6 more.

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