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Volkswagen Lupo

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 999 cc

T538 AJTMOT history

T538 AJT is a red petrol Volkswagen Lupo first used on 8 May 1999. Its MOT is valid until 26 Nov 2026 and it has passed 21 of 25 MOT tests, with 47,589 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Nov 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 26 Nov 2026
Mileage
47,589 mi
At MOT on 7 Nov 2025
MOT tests
25
21 passed · 4 failed
Per year
835 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T538 AJT
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
8 May 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 26 Nov 2026
Latest MOT test
7 Nov 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T538 AJT was last recorded at 47,589 miles on 7 Nov 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 6 Nov 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
47,589 miles · 6 Nov 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
835 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 47,589 miles
  • 2024 – 47,139 miles
  • 2023 – 46,765 miles
  • 2022 – 46,373 miles
  • 2021 – 46,041 miles
  • 2020 – 45,668 miles
  • 2019 – 45,351 miles
  • 2018 – 45,080 miles
  • 2017 – 44,730 miles
  • 2016 – 44,397 miles
  • 2015 – 43,918 miles
  • 2014 – 43,304 miles
  • 2013 – 42,651 miles
  • 2012 – 41,804 miles
  • 2011 – 41,023 miles
  • 2010 – 39,453 miles
  • 2009 – 38,115 miles
  • 2008 – 36,129 miles
  • 2007 – 34,789 miles
  • 2006 – 32,968 miles
  • 2005 – 30,513 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass47,589 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 slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass47,589 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2026
    Odometer
    47,589 miles
    Test number
    122640597141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail47,589 miles (+450)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,589 miles
    Test number
    823322482183
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed due to fuel leak (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorRear Fuel system component leaking (6.1.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass47,139 miles (+374)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2025
    Odometer
    47,139 miles
    Test number
    650423258092
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  4. Pass46,765 miles (+392)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    46,765 miles
    Test number
    944909819168
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Pass46,373 miles (+332)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    46,373 miles
    Test number
    998053890799
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass46,041 miles (+373)
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    46,041 miles
    Test number
    900572100426

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass45,668 miles (+317)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    45,668 miles
    Test number
    695960286744
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing in tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  8. Pass45,351 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    45,351 miles
    Test number
    124629769101

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail45,351 miles (+271)5 major2 minor
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,351 miles
    Test number
    965057586463
    • MajorBrake load sensing valve seized but ABS functioning (1.1.17 (c) (i))
    • MajorEmissions not tested (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Centre silencer (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass45,080 miles (+350)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2019
    Odometer
    45,080 miles
    Test number
    767494989375

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass44,730 miles (+333)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2018
    Odometer
    44,730 miles
    Test number
    930365327279

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass44,397 miles (+479)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2017
    Odometer
    44,397 miles
    Test number
    882173155460

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass43,918 miles (+614)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2016
    Odometer
    43,918 miles
    Test number
    158262335135

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail43,304 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,304 miles
    Test number
    147947024147
    • Repaired at testRear Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

  15. Pass43,304 miles (+653)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2015
    Odometer
    43,304 miles
    Test number
    238547624463

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass42,651 miles (+847)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2014
    Odometer
    42,651 miles
    Test number
    238821443188
    • NoteN/s/r tyre perished no cords shown

  17. Pass41,804 miles (+781)1 note
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2013
    Odometer
    41,804 miles
    Test number
    719602442175
    • NoteBoth rear tyres perished

  18. Pass41,023 miles (+1,570)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2012
    Odometer
    41,023 miles
    Test number
    299393141153

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass39,453 miles (+1,338)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2011
    Odometer
    39,453 miles
    Test number
    934391730139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass38,115 miles (+1,986)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2010
    Odometer
    38,115 miles
    Test number
    100777729134

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass36,129 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2009
    Odometer
    36,129 miles
    Test number
    331189028144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail36,129 miles (+1,340)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    36,129 miles
    Test number
    503629728105
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

  23. Pass34,789 miles (+1,821)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2008
    Odometer
    34,789 miles
    Test number
    143835247199

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass32,968 miles (+2,455)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2007
    Odometer
    32,968 miles
    Test number
    472813646113

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass30,513 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2006
    Odometer
    30,513 miles
    Test number
    623027945156
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about T538 AJT

Does T538 AJT currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T538 AJT is valid until 26 Nov 2026.
When is the MOT due on T538 AJT?
The MOT on T538 AJT is valid until 26 Nov 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T538 AJT done?
T538 AJT was recorded at 47,589 miles at its MOT on 7 Nov 2025, an average of 835 miles a year.
Has T538 AJT ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T538 AJT has failed 4 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on T538 AJT 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 T538 AJT find?
T538 AJT passed its latest MOT on 7 Nov 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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