Volkswagen Lupo
Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,400 cc
T538 RYAMOT history
T538 RYA is a blue petrol Volkswagen Lupo first used on 21 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 27 Oct 2026 and it has passed 21 of 23 MOT tests, with 57,337 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Oct 2025.
- MOT
- Valid
- Until 27 Oct 2026
- Mileage
- 57,337 mi
- At MOT on 17 Oct 2025
- MOT tests
- 23
- 21 passed · 2 failed
- Per year
- 1,259 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- T538 RYA
- Registration format
- Prefix (1983 to 2001)
- Make
- Volkswagen
- Model
- Lupo
- Colour
- Blue
- Fuel type
- Petrol
- Engine size
- 1,400 cc
- Year of manufacture
- 1999
- First used
- 21 Jun 1999
- MOT status
- MOT valid until 27 Oct 2026
- Latest MOT test
- 17 Oct 2025 (Pass)
Mileage history
T538 RYA was last recorded at 57,337 miles on 17 Oct 2025, 429 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Oct 2024.
- Previous MOT
- 56,908 miles · 28 Oct 2024
- Between the last two tests
- 429 miles
- Average per year
- 1,259 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2025 – 57,337 miles
- 2024 – 56,908 miles
- 2023 – 56,300 miles
- 2022 – 55,919 miles
- 2021 – 55,411 miles
- 2020 – 54,814 miles
- 2019 – 54,281 miles
- 2018 – 53,319 miles
- 2017 – 52,225 miles
- 2016 – 50,683 miles
- 2015 – 49,372 miles
- 2014 – 47,752 miles
- 2013 – 46,013 miles
- 2012 – 44,207 miles
- 2011 – 41,833 miles
- 2010 – 39,453 miles
- 2009 – 38,029 miles
- 2008 – 36,006 miles
- 2007 – 34,989 miles
- 2006 – 33,583 miles
- 2005 – 32,151 miles
What the latest MOT found
Pass57,337 miles
- MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021
- AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
- AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
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.
Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened
Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024
Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material
Advisory3 MOTs, 2018–2020
Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge
Advisory2 MOTs, 2024
Full MOT history
23 tests since 18 Oct 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Pass57,337 miles (+429)1 minor6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 27 Oct 2026
- Odometer
- 57,337 miles
- Test number
- 857504098284
- MinorNearside Obligatory mirror slightly loose (3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisorySub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Pass56,908 miles (+4)11 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 27 Oct 2025
- Odometer
- 56,908 miles
- Test number
- 881961516975
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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 Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Rear Axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Fail56,904 miles (+604)3 major11 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 56,904 miles
- Test number
- 908771338208
- MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
- MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))
- MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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 Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (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))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened Rear Axle (5.3.3 (b) (i))
Pass56,300 miles (+381)3 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 23 Oct 2024
- Odometer
- 56,300 miles
- Test number
- 264827677119
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
Pass55,919 miles (+508)4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 23 Oct 2023
- Odometer
- 55,919 miles
- Test number
- 752387337410
- AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material both sides (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryRear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing slight age cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryVehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced (6.1.1 (c) (i))
Pass55,411 miles (+597)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 21 Oct 2022
- Odometer
- 55,411 miles
- Test number
- 977294417215
- AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryPower steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
Pass54,814 miles (+533)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 21 Oct 2021
- Odometer
- 54,814 miles
- Test number
- 432435834570
- AdvisoryFront Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Pass54,281 miles (+962)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 21 Oct 2020
- Odometer
- 54,281 miles
- Test number
- 683780136367
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Pass53,319 miles (+1,094)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 21 Oct 2019
- Odometer
- 53,319 miles
- Test number
- 915470909899
- AdvisoryRear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
Pass52,225 miles (+1,542)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 21 Oct 2018
- Odometer
- 52,225 miles
- Test number
- 764505493595
- AdvisoryExhaust flexi is blowing.
- AdvisoryJudder from O/S/F brake.
Pass50,683 miles (+1,311)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 21 Oct 2017
- Odometer
- 50,683 miles
- Test number
- 388750767762
- AdvisoryJudder recorded from front brakes.
- AdvisoryOil leak around the gearbox area.
Pass49,372 miles (+1,620)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 21 Oct 2016
- Odometer
- 49,372 miles
- Test number
- 213148659201
- AdvisoryOil leaks from engine sump and auto gearbox areas
Pass47,752 miles
- MOT expiry
- 21 Oct 2015
- Odometer
- 47,752 miles
- Test number
- 348889374213
No defects or advisories recorded.
Fail47,752 miles (+1,739)1 repaired
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 47,752 miles
- Test number
- 786619874282
- Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
Pass46,013 miles (+1,806)2 advisories1 note
- MOT expiry
- 21 Oct 2014
- Odometer
- 46,013 miles
- Test number
- 247180593274
- AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
- AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
- NoteOil leak
Pass44,207 miles (+2,374)
- MOT expiry
- 21 Oct 2013
- Odometer
- 44,207 miles
- Test number
- 738162792276
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass41,833 miles (+2,380)2 notes
- MOT expiry
- 21 Oct 2012
- Odometer
- 41,833 miles
- Test number
- 737516681239
- NoteFront tyres wearing more on the outer edges. Advise tracking checked.
- NoteO/S/R tyre worn near the limit on the inner edge.
Pass39,453 miles (+1,424)1 note
- MOT expiry
- 21 Oct 2011
- Odometer
- 39,453 miles
- Test number
- 902168980267
- NoteO/s/r tyre outer sidewall slightly perished
Pass38,029 miles (+2,023)
- MOT expiry
- 21 Oct 2010
- Odometer
- 38,029 miles
- Test number
- 783072199293
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass36,006 miles (+1,017)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 21 Oct 2009
- Odometer
- 36,006 miles
- Test number
- 694004398223
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
Pass34,989 miles (+1,406)
- MOT expiry
- 21 Oct 2008
- Odometer
- 34,989 miles
- Test number
- 280292597291
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass33,583 miles (+1,432)
- MOT expiry
- 21 Oct 2007
- Odometer
- 33,583 miles
- Test number
- 454481696225
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass32,151 miles
- MOT expiry
- 21 Oct 2006
- Odometer
- 32,151 miles
- Test number
- 581381695291
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about T538 RYA
- Does T538 RYA currently have a valid MOT?
- Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T538 RYA is valid until 27 Oct 2026.
- When is the MOT due on T538 RYA?
- The MOT on T538 RYA is valid until 27 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
- What mileage has T538 RYA done?
- T538 RYA was recorded at 57,337 miles at its MOT on 17 Oct 2025, an average of 1,259 miles a year.
- Has T538 RYA ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. T538 RYA has failed 2 of its 23 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Oct 2024.
- Has the mileage on T538 RYA 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 RYA find?
- T538 RYA passed its latest MOT on 17 Oct 2025 with 1 minor defect and 6 advisories: nearside obligatory mirror slightly loose; brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material; front anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both, and 4 more.
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