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Volkswagen Lupo

Black · Diesel · 1999 · 1,700 cc

T51 RGBMOT history

T51 RGB is a black diesel Volkswagen Lupo first used on 31 Dec 1999. Its MOT is valid until 10 Sept 2027 and it has passed 21 of 26 MOT tests, with 79,698 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 26 Aug 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 10 Sept 2027
Mileage
79,698 mi
At MOT on 26 Aug 2026
MOT tests
26
21 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,531 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T51 RGB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Lupo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,700 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
31 Dec 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 10 Sept 2027
Latest MOT test
26 Aug 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T51 RGB was last recorded at 79,698 miles on 26 Aug 2026, 1 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Aug 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
79,697 miles · 20 Aug 2026
Between the last two tests
1 miles
Average per year
2,531 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 79,698 miles
  • 2025 – 77,304 miles
  • 2024 – 74,890 miles
  • 2023 – 70,718 miles
  • 2022 – 66,020 miles
  • 2021 – 61,407 miles
  • 2020 – 58,326 miles
  • 2019 – 55,611 miles
  • 2018 – 53,379 miles
  • 2017 – 49,442 miles
  • 2016 – 48,542 miles
  • 2015 – 47,484 miles
  • 2014 – 46,109 miles
  • 2013 – 43,988 miles
  • 2012 – 41,961 miles
  • 2011 – 40,047 miles
  • 2010 – 37,835 miles
  • 2009 – 35,886 miles
  • 2008 – 34,236 miles
  • 2007 – 31,266 miles
  • 2006 – 28,099 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass79,698 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2023

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2020–2023

Full MOT history

26 tests since 7 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass79,698 miles (+1)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2027
    Odometer
    79,698 miles
    Test number
    231617467650

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail79,697 miles (+2,393)1 dangerous2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,697 miles
    Test number
    983809476172
    • DangerousOffside Front Upper Coil spring mounting insecure to the extent that relative movement is visible (5.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  3. Pass77,304 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    77,304 miles
    Test number
    407022992478
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bushes cracking but no movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Fail77,304 miles (+2,414)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    77,304 miles
    Test number
    587573686690
    • Repaired at testFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front bushes cracking but no movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  5. Pass74,890 miles (+4,172)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    74,890 miles
    Test number
    856354651766
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  6. Pass70,718 miles (+4,698)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    70,718 miles
    Test number
    420500322248
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  7. Pass66,020 miles (+4,613)
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2023
    Odometer
    66,020 miles
    Test number
    801901165131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass61,407 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2022
    Odometer
    61,407 miles
    Test number
    901301681816

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail61,407 miles (+3,081)1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    61,407 miles
    Test number
    462949655024
    • MajorFront Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

  10. Pass58,326 miles (+2,715)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    58,326 miles
    Test number
    414206263198
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Nail in tyre
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • 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))

  11. Pass55,611 miles (+2,232)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    10 Sept 2020
    Odometer
    55,611 miles
    Test number
    150456389928
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Both Sides (5.2.3 (e))

  12. Pass53,379 miles
    MOT expiry
    23 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    53,379 miles
    Test number
    492154007787

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail53,379 miles (+3,937)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,379 miles
    Test number
    210322616221
    • MajorNearside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (5.2.3 (i))

  14. Pass49,442 miles (+900)
    MOT expiry
    21 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    49,442 miles
    Test number
    532208642820

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass48,542 miles (+1,058)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2017
    Odometer
    48,542 miles
    Test number
    219643934126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass47,484 miles (+1,375)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2016
    Odometer
    47,484 miles
    Test number
    167151035122

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass46,109 miles (+2,121)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2015
    Odometer
    46,109 miles
    Test number
    275182424124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass43,988 miles (+2,027)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2014
    Odometer
    43,988 miles
    Test number
    397279223183
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt stitching slightly frayed (5.2.2b)

  19. Pass41,961 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2013
    Odometer
    41,961 miles
    Test number
    538973422115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail41,961 miles (+1,914)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    41,961 miles
    Test number
    768833022137
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

  21. Pass40,047 miles (+2,212)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2012
    Odometer
    40,047 miles
    Test number
    695700631102
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  22. Pass37,835 miles (+1,949)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2011
    Odometer
    37,835 miles
    Test number
    901652130164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass35,886 miles (+1,650)
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2010
    Odometer
    35,886 miles
    Test number
    970247929173

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass34,236 miles (+2,970)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2009
    Odometer
    34,236 miles
    Test number
    912153838116
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  25. Pass31,266 miles (+3,167)
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    31,266 miles
    Test number
    182752907164

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass28,099 miles
    MOT expiry
    14 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    28,099 miles
    Test number
    150507596099

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T51 RGB

Does T51 RGB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T51 RGB is valid until 10 Sept 2027.
When is the MOT due on T51 RGB?
The MOT on T51 RGB is valid until 10 Sept 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T51 RGB done?
T51 RGB was recorded at 79,698 miles at its MOT on 26 Aug 2026, an average of 2,531 miles a year.
Has T51 RGB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T51 RGB has failed 5 of its 26 MOT tests, most recently on 20 Aug 2026.
Has the mileage on T51 RGB 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 T51 RGB find?
T51 RGB passed its latest MOT on 26 Aug 2026 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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