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Volkswagen Lupo

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 1,700 cc

T472 JVGMOT history

T472 JVG is a red diesel Volkswagen Lupo first used on 26 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 30 Jun 2026 and it has passed 19 of 27 MOT tests, with 136,981 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 20 Jun 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 30 Jun 2026
Mileage
136,981 mi
At MOT on 20 Jun 2025
MOT tests
27
19 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,330 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T472 JVG
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Lupo
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,700 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
26 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 30 Jun 2026
Latest MOT test
20 Jun 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T472 JVG was last recorded at 136,981 miles on 20 Jun 2025, 243 miles more than at the previous MOT on 12 Jun 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
136,738 miles · 12 Jun 2025
Between the last two tests
243 miles
Average per year
3,330 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 136,981 miles
  • 2024 – 124,228 miles
  • 2023 – 111,554 miles
  • 2022 – 96,691 miles
  • 2020 – 96,674 miles
  • 2019 – 96,648 miles
  • 2018 – 96,497 miles
  • 2017 – 96,290 miles
  • 2016 – 95,870 miles
  • 2015 – 95,002 miles
  • 2014 – 94,226 miles
  • 2012 – 93,999 miles
  • 2011 – 90,573 miles
  • 2010 – 87,764 miles
  • 2009 – 85,074 miles
  • 2008 – 81,895 miles
  • 2007 – 78,559 miles
  • 2006 – 74,961 miles
  • 2005 – 71,994 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass136,981 miles
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2018
  • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged! (0.1 (b))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides - rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on both edges! (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge! (5.2.3 (e))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorated!Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2025

  • Nearside Front Seat wont tilt forward.

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020

Full MOT history

27 tests since 14 Dec 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass136,981 miles (+243)1 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    136,981 miles
    Test number
    506273074888
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged! (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides - rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on both edges! (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge! (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorated!

  2. Fail136,738 miles (+12,510)5 major2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    136,738 miles
    Test number
    288442416478
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.2.2 (g))
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel very low (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Position lamp light intensity obviously reduced (4.2.3 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged! (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides - rear bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on both edges! (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge worn on inner edge! (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside headlamp"one"fixing broken but lamp secure!
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust deteriorated!

  3. Pass124,228 miles (+12,674)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2025
    Odometer
    124,228 miles
    Test number
    409173296449
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged! (0.1 (b))

  4. Pass111,554 miles (+14,863)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2024
    Odometer
    111,554 miles
    Test number
    650445722650
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Pass96,691 miles (+17)
    MOT expiry
    30 Jun 2023
    Odometer
    96,691 miles
    Test number
    168661055095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass96,674 miles (+3)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Oct 2021
    Odometer
    96,674 miles
    Test number
    317418722975
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat wont tilt forward.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  7. Fail96,671 miles (+23)3 dangerous6 major2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,671 miles
    Test number
    653085676808
    • DangerousFront Brakes imbalanced across an axle by more than 50% Axle 1 (1.2.1 (b) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions not tested exhaust holed (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorRear Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Seat wont tilt forward.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  8. Pass96,648 miles (+3)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    96,648 miles
    Test number
    820053327820
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front seat does not hinge forward to allow access to rear
    • AdvisoryRear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear both sides shock absorber dust covers loose

  9. Fail96,645 miles (+148)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,645 miles
    Test number
    510571514687
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front seat does not hinge forward to allow access to rear
    • AdvisoryRear Outer Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryRear both sides shock absorber dust covers loose

  10. Pass96,497 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    96,497 miles
    Test number
    377469562948
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides + corroded! (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases + deteriorating! (6.1.2 (a))

  11. Fail96,497 miles (+207)1 dangerous1 repaired1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,497 miles
    Test number
    203622215249
    • DangerousBrake servo inoperative (1.1.10 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testBraking system leaking servo pipe split (1.1.3 (d))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides + corroded! (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox area (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases + deteriorating! (6.1.2 (a))

  12. Pass96,290 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    96,290 miles
    Test number
    628138759036
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded - lack of use! (3.5.1i)

  13. Fail96,290 miles (+420)2 dangerous1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    96,290 miles
    Test number
    414871910414
    • DangerousOffside rear brake recording little or no effort not working (3.7.B.5a)
    • DangerousRear Service brake application uneven across the axle (3.7.D.2b)
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.D.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement both sides (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded - lack of use! (3.5.1i)

  14. Pass95,870 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    95,870 miles
    Test number
    859907379429

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail95,870 miles (+868)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,870 miles
    Test number
    691421526598
    • Repaired at testOffside Brake pad(s) insecure inner pad incorrectly located/damaged (3.5.1g)

  16. Pass95,002 miles (+776)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    95,002 miles
    Test number
    770003410862

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass94,226 miles (+227)
    MOT expiry
    16 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    94,226 miles
    Test number
    455571024487

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass93,999 miles (+3,426)
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    93,999 miles
    Test number
    795901942361

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass90,573 miles
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    90,573 miles
    Test number
    438989641336

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail90,573 miles (+2,809)2 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    90,573 miles
    Test number
    416017241460
    • FailureNearside Front Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (3.6.B.4e)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  21. Pass87,764 miles (+2,690)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    87,764 miles
    Test number
    440790650359
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  22. Pass85,074 miles (+3,179)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2010
    Odometer
    85,074 miles
    Test number
    604902149368

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass81,895 miles (+3,336)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2009
    Odometer
    81,895 miles
    Test number
    184576448377

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass78,559 miles (+3,598)
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2008
    Odometer
    78,559 miles
    Test number
    120364747321

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass74,961 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2007
    Odometer
    74,961 miles
    Test number
    892648446320

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail74,961 miles (+2,967)2 failures2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,961 miles
    Test number
    472147046351
    • FailureOffside Front Coil spring not correctly located (2.4.C.2)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

  27. Pass71,994 miles
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2006
    Odometer
    71,994 miles
    Test number
    572358845319

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T472 JVG

Does T472 JVG currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T472 JVG expired on 30 Jun 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T472 JVG?
The MOT on T472 JVG expired on 30 Jun 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T472 JVG done?
T472 JVG was recorded at 136,981 miles at its MOT on 20 Jun 2025, an average of 3,330 miles a year.
Has T472 JVG ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T472 JVG has failed 8 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 12 Jun 2025.
Has the mileage on T472 JVG 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 T472 JVG find?
T472 JVG passed its latest MOT on 20 Jun 2025 with 1 minor defect and 8 advisories: windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view; brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread damaged!, and 6 more.

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