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Volkswagen Lupo

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,400 cc

T721 GMOMOT history

T721 GMO is a black petrol Volkswagen Lupo first used on 22 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 8 Jan 2027 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 54,606 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 8 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 8 Jan 2027
Mileage
54,606 mi
At MOT on 8 Jan 2026
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
1,672 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T721 GMO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Lupo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,400 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
22 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 8 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
8 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T721 GMO was last recorded at 54,606 miles on 8 Jan 2026, 3 miles more than at the previous MOT on 7 Jan 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
54,603 miles · 7 Jan 2026
Between the last two tests
3 miles
Average per year
1,672 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 54,606 miles
  • 2024 – 53,261 miles
  • 2023 – 51,750 miles
  • 2022 – 50,440 miles
  • 2021 – 49,299 miles
  • 2019 – 47,094 miles
  • 2018 – 45,624 miles
  • 2017 – 44,185 miles
  • 2016 – 42,276 miles
  • 2015 – 39,285 miles
  • 2014 – 36,869 miles
  • 2013 – 34,234 miles
  • 2012 – 31,523 miles
  • 2011 – 30,049 miles
  • 2010 – 28,861 miles
  • 2009 – 27,467 miles
  • 2008 – 25,810 miles
  • 2007 – 23,592 miles
  • 2006 – 21,981 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass54,606 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2021

What MOT advisories mean

Full MOT history

25 tests since 4 Jul 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass54,606 miles (+3)4 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    54,606 miles
    Test number
    805749932180
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail54,603 miles (+1,342)1 major4 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,603 miles
    Test number
    464100352038
    • MajorNearside Front Obligatory mirror missing (3.3 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass53,261 miles (+44)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    53,261 miles
    Test number
    424844084730

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Fail53,217 miles (+1,467)3 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,217 miles
    Test number
    238781454048
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • MajorExhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

  5. Pass51,750 miles (+1,310)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    51,750 miles
    Test number
    368519871543

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass50,440 miles (+1,141)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    50,440 miles
    Test number
    255068091620

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass49,299 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    49,299 miles
    Test number
    459898600177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail49,299 miles (+757)1 dangerous
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,299 miles
    Test number
    735476924034
    • DangerousTyre has ply or cords exposed BOTH REAR (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  9. Pass48,542 miles (+1,448)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    48,542 miles
    Test number
    723887508730
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases Middle section (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread Front and rear faded (0.1 (b))

  10. Pass47,094 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    47,094 miles
    Test number
    982276445012
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre perished

  11. Fail47,094 miles (+1,470)1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,094 miles
    Test number
    623288537727
    • Repaired at testRegistration plate inscription illegible both (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre perished

  12. Pass45,624 miles (+1,439)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    45,624 miles
    Test number
    107584610543
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread BOTH (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre slightly perished

  13. Pass44,185 miles (+1,909)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    44,185 miles
    Test number
    719285719083
    • AdvisoryBoth front tyres perished/cracked between tread
    • AdvisoryRegistration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread both (6.3.1d)

  14. Pass42,276 miles (+2,991)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    42,276 miles
    Test number
    536189204895

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass39,285 miles (+2,416)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    39,285 miles
    Test number
    125852285143

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass36,869 miles (+2,635)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    36,869 miles
    Test number
    768065984193

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass34,234 miles (+2,711)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2014
    Odometer
    34,234 miles
    Test number
    975560293103

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail31,523 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,523 miles
    Test number
    218956982147
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  19. Pass31,523 miles (+1,474)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2013
    Odometer
    31,523 miles
    Test number
    456416082141

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass30,049 miles (+1,188)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2012
    Odometer
    30,049 miles
    Test number
    257548181155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass28,861 miles (+1,394)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    28,861 miles
    Test number
    861930690158

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass27,467 miles (+1,657)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    27,467 miles
    Test number
    770656579118

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass25,810 miles (+2,218)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2009
    Odometer
    25,810 miles
    Test number
    522509988125

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass23,592 miles (+1,611)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2008
    Odometer
    23,592 miles
    Test number
    290066387175

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass21,981 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 Jul 2007
    Odometer
    21,981 miles
    Test number
    410245286161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T721 GMO

Does T721 GMO currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T721 GMO is valid until 8 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on T721 GMO?
The MOT on T721 GMO is valid until 8 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T721 GMO done?
T721 GMO was recorded at 54,606 miles at its MOT on 8 Jan 2026, an average of 1,672 miles a year.
Has T721 GMO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T721 GMO has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 7 Jan 2026.
Has the mileage on T721 GMO 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 T721 GMO find?
T721 GMO passed its latest MOT on 8 Jan 2026 with 4 minor defects and 1 advisory: nearside front headlamp lens slightly defective; nearside front suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated; nearside front track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt, and 2 more.

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