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Volkswagen Lupo

Blue · Petrol · 1999 · 1,390 cc

T57 LWXMOT history

T57 LWX is a blue petrol Volkswagen Lupo first used on 30 Jul 1999. Its MOT expired on 23 May 2025 and it has passed 12 of 20 MOT tests, with 125,940 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 May 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 23 May 2025
Mileage
125,940 mi
At MOT on 24 May 2024
MOT tests
20
12 passed · 8 failed
Per year
4,992 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T57 LWX
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Lupo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
30 Jul 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 23 May 2025
Latest MOT test
24 May 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

T57 LWX was last recorded at 125,940 miles on 24 May 2024, 55 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 May 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
125,885 miles · 20 May 2024
Between the last two tests
55 miles
Average per year
4,992 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 125,940 miles
  • 2023 – 66,062 miles
  • 2016 – 65,976 miles
  • 2015 – 64,464 miles
  • 2014 – 55,185 miles
  • 2013 – 47,798 miles
  • 2011 – 47,104 miles
  • 2010 – 45,127 miles
  • 2009 – 43,255 miles
  • 2008 – 41,161 miles
  • 2007 – 39,485 miles
  • 2006 – 34,578 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass125,940 milesPassed on retest after failing earlier that day
  • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

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.

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2013–2015

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2011–2013

  • Stop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released

    Dangerous2 MOTs, 2024

  • Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

20 tests since 3 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass125,940 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    23 May 2025
    Odometer
    125,940 miles
    Test number
    197786397229
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  2. Fail125,940 miles (+55)1 dangerous1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,940 miles
    Test number
    917370747667
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  3. Fail125,885 miles (+59,823)1 dangerous5 major1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,885 miles
    Test number
    664064192404
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn bottom arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded flexi to cyl (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn bottom arm rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
  4. Pass66,062 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 May 2024
    Odometer
    66,062 miles
    Test number
    827175881162
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  5. Fail66,061 miles (+5)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,061 miles
    Test number
    857975155891
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorExhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
  6. Fail66,056 miles (+80)2 dangerous4 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,056 miles
    Test number
    690612790967
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim unable to be tested both (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorPower steering pipe/hose excessively corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear general corrosion
    • AdvisorySubframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel filter corroded
  7. Pass65,976 miles (+1,512)
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    65,976 miles
    Test number
    252881355557

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass64,464 miles
    MOT expiry
    9 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    64,464 miles
    Test number
    347289365014

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Fail64,464 miles (+9,279)10 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,464 miles
    Test number
    238630055060
    • FailureBody has a sharp edge caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureOffside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)
  10. Pass55,185 miles (+22)
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2015
    Odometer
    55,185 miles
    Test number
    405163624074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail55,163 miles (+7,365)6 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,163 miles
    Test number
    366461424039
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim beam image obviously incorrect (1.8.A.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Body has a projection caused by damage (6.1.C.1)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour (1.1.A.3e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
  12. Pass47,798 miles4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Jan 2014
    Odometer
    47,798 miles
    Test number
    165729923459
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteSurface rust on front suspension parts vehicle of road for 6 months
  13. Fail47,798 miles (+694)2 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,798 miles
    Test number
    809504123068
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryParking brake: parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • NoteSurface rust on front suspension parts vehicle of road for 6 months
  14. Pass47,104 miles (+1,977)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    47,104 miles
    Test number
    527736521376
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
  15. Pass45,127 miles (+1,872)3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    45,127 miles
    Test number
    474486400481
    • AdvisoryCentre Front Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteComment corrosion on power steering pipes.
  16. Pass43,255 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    43,255 miles
    Test number
    924027309378

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail43,254 miles (+2,093)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    43,254 miles
    Test number
    442377009479
    • DangerousOffside Front coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)
  18. Pass41,161 miles (+1,676)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2009
    Odometer
    41,161 miles
    Test number
    890379908377

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass39,485 miles (+4,907)
    MOT expiry
    22 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    39,485 miles
    Test number
    171746797287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass34,578 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    34,578 miles
    Test number
    564364636065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T57 LWX

Does T57 LWX currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T57 LWX expired on 23 May 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T57 LWX?
The MOT on T57 LWX expired on 23 May 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T57 LWX done?
T57 LWX was recorded at 125,940 miles at its MOT on 24 May 2024, an average of 4,992 miles a year.
Has T57 LWX ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T57 LWX has failed 8 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 24 May 2024.
Has the mileage on T57 LWX 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 T57 LWX find?
T57 LWX passed its latest MOT on 24 May 2024 with 1 advisory: exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases.

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