Volkswagen Lupo
Red · Petrol · 1999 · 999 cc
T653 ACKMOT history
T653 ACK is a red petrol Volkswagen Lupo first used on 30 Mar 1999. Its MOT expired on 16 Apr 2026 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 81,671 miles recorded at the latest.
From DVSA MOT records, updated 16 Apr 2026.
- MOT
- Expired
- On 16 Apr 2026
- Mileage
- 81,671 mi
- At MOT on 16 Apr 2026
- MOT tests
- 25
- 20 passed · 5 failed
- Per year
- 3,735 mi
- Average between MOTs
Vehicle details
- Registration
- T653 ACK
- 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
- 30 Mar 1999
- MOT status
- MOT expired on 16 Apr 2026
- Latest MOT test
- 16 Apr 2026 (Fail)
Mileage history
T653 ACK was last recorded at 81,671 miles on 16 Apr 2026, 3,467 miles more than at the previous MOT on 16 Apr 2025.
- Previous MOT
- 78,204 miles · 16 Apr 2025
- Between the last two tests
- 3,467 miles
- Average per year
- 3,735 miles
Recorded mileage by year
- 2026 – 81,671 miles
- 2025 – 78,204 miles
- 2024 – 71,615 miles
- 2023 – 61,593 miles
- 2022 – 52,095 miles
- 2021 – 42,535 miles
- 2020 – 37,164 miles
- 2019 – 27,596 miles
- 2018 – 17,738 miles
- 2017 – 16,537 miles
- 2016 – 15,517 miles
- 2015 – 13,095 miles
- 2014 – 11,665 miles
- 2013 – 10,806 miles
- 2012 – 10,168 miles
- 2011 – 9,460 miles
- 2010 – 8,902 miles
- 2009 – 8,362 miles
- 2008 – 7,867 miles
- 2007 – 7,111 miles
- 2006 – 6,473 miles
What the latest MOT found
Fail81,671 miles
- MajorBrake performance unable to be tested poor performance unable to complete brake test (1.2.1 (g))
- MajorNearside Front Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2022
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.
Oil leak, but not excessive
Advisory3 MOTs, 2022–2023
Offside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule
Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2025
Engine hesitating
Advisory2 MOTs, 2023
Nearside Rear Tyre 24 years old, recommend replacement. 175/65/13
Advisory2 MOTs, 2023
Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing
Advisory2 MOTs, 2023
Service brake efficiency below requirements
Major2 MOTs, 2020–2021
Full MOT history
25 tests since 27 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.
Fail81,671 miles (+3,467)2 major9 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 81,671 miles
- Test number
- 484222280563
- MajorBrake performance unable to be tested poor performance unable to complete brake test (1.2.1 (g))
- MajorNearside Front Windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road (3.2 (a) (ii))
- AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all 4 (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe/hose slightly corroded (2.1.5 (g) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
- AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
Pass78,204 miles (+6,589)1 minor5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 16 Apr 2026
- Odometer
- 78,204 miles
- Test number
- 997382546357
- MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective n/s and o/s (4.1.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Coil spring corroded n/s and o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush slight movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play inner tie rod and outer track rod (2.1.3 (b) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded n/s and o/s (5.3.1 (b) (i))
Pass71,615 miles5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 16 Apr 2025
- Odometer
- 71,615 miles
- Test number
- 923638751068
- AdvisoryFront windscreen cracked in zone b not exceeding 40 mm
- AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded
- AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded
- AdvisoryAlternator belt perished cracking
- AdvisoryMiddle to rear exhaust section joint slight leak of gases
Fail71,615 miles (+10,022)1 major5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 71,615 miles
- Test number
- 443812229845
- MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect lead lamp lens faded (4.1.2 (c))
- AdvisoryFront windscreen cracked in zone b not exceeding 40 mm
- AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded
- AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded
- AdvisoryAlternator belt perished cracking
- AdvisoryMiddle to rear exhaust section joint slight leak of gases
Pass61,593 miles4 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 16 Apr 2024
- Odometer
- 61,593 miles
- Test number
- 380683136932
- AdvisoryEngine hesitating
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre 24 years old, recommend replacement. 175/65/13
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Fail61,593 miles (+9,498)1 dangerous4 major5 advisories
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 61,593 miles
- Test number
- 845130579972
- DangerousElectrical wiring likely to touch hot or rotating parts engine wiring harness fouling o/s driveshaft (4.11 (a) (iii))
- MajorEmissions unable to be completed (8.2.1.2 (d))
- MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
- MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
- MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases Hole in back box (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryCentral Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases @ centre exhaust join, clamp broken (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryEngine hesitating
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre 24 years old, recommend replacement. 175/65/13
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
Pass52,095 miles (+9,560)6 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 3 Apr 2023
- Odometer
- 52,095 miles
- Test number
- 522479925355
- AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
- AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
- AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
Pass42,535 miles1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 7 Mar 2022
- Odometer
- 42,535 miles
- Test number
- 502658656070
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Fail42,535 miles (+5,371)1 major1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 42,535 miles
- Test number
- 954055898324
- MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
Pass37,164 miles (+2)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 6 Mar 2021
- Odometer
- 37,164 miles
- Test number
- 778352472988
- AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Fail37,162 miles (+9,566)1 major1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- No new certificate
- Odometer
- 37,162 miles
- Test number
- 103056302723
- MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
- AdvisoryRear Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
Pass27,596 miles (+9,858)2 advisories
- MOT expiry
- 26 Feb 2020
- Odometer
- 27,596 miles
- Test number
- 774667061402
- AdvisoryNearside 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))
Pass17,738 miles (+1,201)
- MOT expiry
- 26 Feb 2019
- Odometer
- 17,738 miles
- Test number
- 373288170799
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass16,537 miles (+1,020)
- MOT expiry
- 26 Feb 2018
- Odometer
- 16,537 miles
- Test number
- 548158333125
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass15,517 miles (+2,422)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 26 Feb 2017
- Odometer
- 15,517 miles
- Test number
- 976570822538
- AdvisoryTyre worn close to the legal limit NSR OSR (4.1.E.1)
Pass13,095 miles (+1,430)
- MOT expiry
- 26 Feb 2016
- Odometer
- 13,095 miles
- Test number
- 526311055015
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass11,665 miles (+859)
- MOT expiry
- 26 Feb 2015
- Odometer
- 11,665 miles
- Test number
- 127810034455
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass10,806 miles (+638)
- MOT expiry
- 26 Feb 2014
- Odometer
- 10,806 miles
- Test number
- 805090053022
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass10,168 miles (+708)
- MOT expiry
- 26 Feb 2013
- Odometer
- 10,168 miles
- Test number
- 275051552037
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass9,460 miles (+558)
- MOT expiry
- 26 Feb 2012
- Odometer
- 9,460 miles
- Test number
- 296483951014
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass8,902 miles (+540)
- MOT expiry
- 26 Feb 2011
- Odometer
- 8,902 miles
- Test number
- 691370050010
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass8,362 miles (+495)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 26 Feb 2010
- Odometer
- 8,362 miles
- Test number
- 153759349026
- AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Pass7,867 miles (+756)1 advisory
- MOT expiry
- 26 Feb 2009
- Odometer
- 7,867 miles
- Test number
- 612360858018
- AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
Pass7,111 miles (+638)
- MOT expiry
- 26 Feb 2008
- Odometer
- 7,111 miles
- Test number
- 364331857057
No defects or advisories recorded.
Pass6,473 miles
- MOT expiry
- 26 Feb 2007
- Odometer
- 6,473 miles
- Test number
- 222818056013
No defects or advisories recorded.
Questions about T653 ACK
- Does T653 ACK currently have a valid MOT?
- No. The MOT on T653 ACK expired on 16 Apr 2026, according to DVSA records.
- When is the MOT due on T653 ACK?
- The MOT on T653 ACK expired on 16 Apr 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
- What mileage has T653 ACK done?
- T653 ACK was recorded at 81,671 miles at its MOT on 16 Apr 2026, an average of 3,735 miles a year.
- Has T653 ACK ever failed its MOT?
- Yes. T653 ACK has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 16 Apr 2026.
- Has the mileage on T653 ACK 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 T653 ACK find?
- T653 ACK failed its latest MOT on 16 Apr 2026 with 2 major defects and 9 advisories: brake performance unable to be tested poor performance unable to complete brake test; nearside front windscreen damaged and affecting the driver's view of the road; coil spring corroded all 4, and 8 more.
Related registrations
Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.