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Volkswagen Lupo

Green · Diesel · 1999 · 1,700 cc

T478 JCPMOT history

T478 JCP is a green diesel Volkswagen Lupo first used on 1 Apr 1999. Its MOT expired on 31 Jan 2024 and it has passed 17 of 29 MOT tests, with 76,003 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 1 Feb 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 31 Jan 2024
Mileage
76,003 mi
At MOT on 1 Feb 2023
MOT tests
29
17 passed · 12 failed
Per year
2,463 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T478 JCP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Lupo
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,700 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Apr 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 31 Jan 2024
Latest MOT test
1 Feb 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T478 JCP was last recorded at 76,003 miles on 1 Feb 2023, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jan 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
76,002 miles · 11 Jan 2023
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
2,463 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 76,003 miles
  • 2021 – 74,660 miles
  • 2020 – 72,175 miles
  • 2019 – 72,089 miles
  • 2018 – 70,743 miles
  • 2017 – 69,781 miles
  • 2016 – 64,651 miles
  • 2015 – 57,670 miles
  • 2014 – 50,971 miles
  • 2013 – 44,841 miles
  • 2012 – 43,699 miles
  • 2011 – 42,883 miles
  • 2010 – 41,249 miles
  • 2009 – 40,304 miles
  • 2008 – 38,256 miles
  • 2007 – 36,648 miles
  • 2006 – 34,216 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass76,003 miles
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Fuel Pipe/s corroded rear of engine
  • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2020
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both dull (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material bulkhead (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced bulkhead inner wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill damaged and weak (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from rear flex to back plate (1.1.11 (c))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded and o/s rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced lower wing/ wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (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.

  • Nearside Rear Nail in tyre

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2017–2020

  • Nearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2018

  • Nearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2014–2018

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2006–2017

Full MOT history

29 tests since 13 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass76,003 miles (+1)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    31 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    76,003 miles
    Test number
    746028196885
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Fuel Pipe/s corroded rear of engine
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both dull (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material bulkhead (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced bulkhead inner wing (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Outer Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill damaged and weak (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material from rear flex to back plate (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Coil spring corroded and o/s rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced lower wing/ wheel arch (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  2. Fail76,002 miles (+1,342)2 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,002 miles
    Test number
    607709611340
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both refletors dull (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material bulkhead /inner wing (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wing corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipe from rear flex to back plate (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced outer sill weak (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced wing corroded (6.1.1 (c) (i))

  3. Pass74,660 miles7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    74,660 miles
    Test number
    746810114457
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower outer wing / sill corroded outside 30cm rule
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox side (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge on 1.6mm recomend replace (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. both (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair both (1.2.1 (c))

  4. Fail74,660 miles (+2,485)1 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,660 miles
    Test number
    871102123065
    • MajorCentral Front Upper Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases exhaust blowing (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower outer wing / sill corroded outside 30cm rule
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive gearbox side (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge on 1.6mm recomend replace (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. both (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair both (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear no revercing lights

  5. Pass72,175 miles (+3)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    72,175 miles
    Test number
    549988801345
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre central

  6. Fail72,172 miles (+83)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,172 miles
    Test number
    822313479786
    • MajorOffside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Upper Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material back pipe from rear flexible to back plate corroded (1.1.11 (c))

  7. Pass72,089 miles9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    72,089 miles
    Test number
    958945634461
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Fail72,089 miles (+1,346)1 dangerous4 major1 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    72,089 miles
    Test number
    942781126363
    • DangerousBrake servo inoperative (1.1.10 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge outer edge worn (5.2.3 (e))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Pass70,743 miles (+7)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    14 May 2019
    Odometer
    70,743 miles
    Test number
    667923246144
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear mount (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  10. Fail70,736 miles (+955)6 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,736 miles
    Test number
    406507193489
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage insecure incorrectly assembled (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Rear rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear mount (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  11. Pass69,781 miles (+67)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 May 2018
    Odometer
    69,781 miles
    Test number
    580353887410
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

  12. Fail69,714 miles (+5,063)3 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,714 miles
    Test number
    843473029248
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear mount (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Upper Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear mount (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryPower steering pipe(s) or hose(s) has slight seepage from a joint (2.3.3b)

  13. Pass64,651 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    64,651 miles
    Test number
    271001236880
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  14. Fail64,651 miles (+6,981)4 failures4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,651 miles
    Test number
    221673556133
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryEmissions not tested due to exhaust leak
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm synthetic bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  15. Pass57,670 miles (+6,699)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    57,670 miles
    Test number
    629366705129
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush (2.5.A.1c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteAdvise offside front whishbone corroded

  16. Pass50,971 miles (+6,130)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    50,971 miles
    Test number
    678311824183
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  17. Pass44,841 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    44,841 miles
    Test number
    177160723189

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail44,837 miles (+1,138)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,837 miles
    Test number
    136609813102
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureOffside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

  19. Pass43,699 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    43,699 miles
    Test number
    709705612122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail43,699 miles (+816)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,699 miles
    Test number
    369854012163
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  21. Pass42,883 miles (+1,634)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    42,883 miles
    Test number
    836026051070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass41,249 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    41,249 miles
    Test number
    253553950045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail41,249 miles (+945)1 failure1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,249 miles
    Test number
    932183150026
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  24. Pass40,304 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    40,304 miles
    Test number
    200330959001

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Fail40,304 miles (+2,048)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,304 miles
    Test number
    560440559015
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  26. Pass38,256 miles (+1,608)
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    38,256 miles
    Test number
    714366558009

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass36,648 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    36,648 miles
    Test number
    203018857022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail36,630 miles (+2,414)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,630 miles
    Test number
    120038757014
    • FailureExhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  29. Pass34,216 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    34,216 miles
    Test number
    533374746071
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Questions about T478 JCP

Does T478 JCP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T478 JCP expired on 31 Jan 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T478 JCP?
The MOT on T478 JCP expired on 31 Jan 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T478 JCP done?
T478 JCP was recorded at 76,003 miles at its MOT on 1 Feb 2023, an average of 2,463 miles a year.
Has T478 JCP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T478 JCP has failed 12 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Jan 2023.
Has the mileage on T478 JCP 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 T478 JCP find?
T478 JCP passed its latest MOT on 1 Feb 2023 with 11 advisories: central front lower fuel pipe/s corroded rear of engine; central front oil leak, but not excessive; front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both, and 8 more.

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