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Volkswagen Lupo

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 999 cc

T496 KAPMOT history

T496 KAP is a red petrol Volkswagen Lupo first used on 9 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 28 Dec 2024 and it has passed 17 of 20 MOT tests, with 56,591 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 29 Dec 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 28 Dec 2024
Mileage
56,591 mi
At MOT on 29 Dec 2023
MOT tests
20
17 passed · 3 failed
Per year
1,221 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T496 KAP
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Lupo
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
999 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
9 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 28 Dec 2024
Latest MOT test
29 Dec 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

T496 KAP was last recorded at 56,591 miles on 29 Dec 2023, 173 miles more than at the previous MOT on 26 Sept 2022.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
56,418 miles · 26 Sept 2022
Between the last two tests
173 miles
Average per year
1,221 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 56,591 miles
  • 2022 – 56,418 miles
  • 2020 – 55,816 miles
  • 2019 – 50,687 miles
  • 2018 – 48,541 miles
  • 2017 – 44,050 miles
  • 2016 – 43,384 miles
  • 2015 – 42,044 miles
  • 2014 – 40,375 miles
  • 2013 – 39,624 miles
  • 2012 – 39,280 miles
  • 2011 – 38,967 miles
  • 2010 – 38,593 miles
  • 2009 – 38,323 miles
  • 2008 – 37,879 miles
  • 2007 – 37,039 miles
  • 2006 – 35,192 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass56,591 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (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 Front Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2020

Full MOT history

20 tests since 20 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass56,591 miles2 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    56,591 miles
    Test number
    538513744905
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail56,591 miles (+173)1 major2 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,591 miles
    Test number
    355163936292
    • MajorOffside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted inner bead (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass56,418 miles (+602)
    MOT expiry
    25 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    56,418 miles
    Test number
    853832336014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass55,816 miles (+5,129)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    29 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    55,816 miles
    Test number
    723057105718
    • MinorOffside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  5. Pass50,687 miles (+2,146)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    50,687 miles
    Test number
    840780721904
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (4.4.3 (a))

  6. Pass48,541 miles (+4,491)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    48,541 miles
    Test number
    464332769617
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both fronts (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryShock absorbers has slight external damage to the casing both rears (5.3.2 (b))

  7. Pass44,050 miles (+666)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    44,050 miles
    Test number
    206937101454
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

  8. Pass43,384 miles (+1,340)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    43,384 miles
    Test number
    314272305827
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit bald on outer edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit worn on edges (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre perished

  9. Pass42,044 miles (+1,669)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    42,044 miles
    Test number
    356461075115
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteNearside front tyre tread worn low on inner edge

  10. Pass40,375 miles (+751)
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    40,375 miles
    Test number
    838065664110

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass39,624 miles (+344)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    23 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    39,624 miles
    Test number
    499185973162
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteOffside rear tyre perished

  12. Pass39,280 miles (+313)2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    10 May 2013
    Odometer
    39,280 miles
    Test number
    728532532186
    • AdvisoryBrake load sensing valve linkage stiff (3.6.E.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • NoteNearside and offside door mirror outer casings broken but not sharp edges

  13. Fail38,967 miles1 repaired4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,967 miles
    Test number
    237763871189
    • Repaired at testNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNearside mirror cover broken
    • NoteNearside rear tyre has chips in side wall no cords showing
    • NoteOffside rear tyre has cracking around side wall and tread

  14. Pass38,967 miles (+374)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    21 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    38,967 miles
    Test number
    676803671183
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre
    • NoteNearside mirror cover broken
    • NoteNearside rear tyre has chips in side wall no cords showing
    • NoteOffside rear tyre has cracking around side wall and tread

  15. Pass38,593 miles (+270)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    38,593 miles
    Test number
    582429260132

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass38,323 miles (+444)1 note
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    38,323 miles
    Test number
    592730679198
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  17. Pass37,879 miles (+840)
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    37,879 miles
    Test number
    233428968405

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass37,039 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    37,039 miles
    Test number
    483924767141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail37,039 miles (+1,847)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    37,039 miles
    Test number
    950944467107
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  20. Pass35,192 miles
    MOT expiry
    19 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    35,192 miles
    Test number
    481471776135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T496 KAP

Does T496 KAP currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T496 KAP expired on 28 Dec 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T496 KAP?
The MOT on T496 KAP expired on 28 Dec 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T496 KAP done?
T496 KAP was recorded at 56,591 miles at its MOT on 29 Dec 2023, an average of 1,221 miles a year.
Has T496 KAP ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T496 KAP has failed 3 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 29 Dec 2023.
Has the mileage on T496 KAP 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 T496 KAP find?
T496 KAP passed its latest MOT on 29 Dec 2023 with 2 minor defects and 6 advisories: offside front lower suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; offside obligatory mirror slightly damaged; nearside front direction indicator slightly discoloured, and 5 more.

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