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Volkswagen Lupo

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,400 cc

T79 AVJMOT history

T79 AVJ is a black petrol Volkswagen Lupo first used on 16 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 4 Mar 2027 and it has passed 20 of 22 MOT tests, with 39,437 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 4 Mar 2027
Mileage
39,437 mi
At MOT on 24 Feb 2026
MOT tests
22
20 passed · 2 failed
Per year
1,144 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T79 AVJ
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
16 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
24 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

T79 AVJ was last recorded at 39,437 miles on 24 Feb 2026, 3,561 miles more than at the previous MOT on 5 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
35,876 miles · 5 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
3,561 miles
Average per year
1,144 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 39,437 miles
  • 2025 – 35,876 miles
  • 2023 – 35,807 miles
  • 2022 – 35,531 miles
  • 2021 – 34,874 miles
  • 2020 – 34,458 miles
  • 2019 – 33,657 miles
  • 2018 – 32,744 miles
  • 2017 – 32,054 miles
  • 2016 – 31,478 miles
  • 2015 – 30,530 miles
  • 2014 – 29,237 miles
  • 2013 – 27,747 miles
  • 2012 – 26,548 miles
  • 2011 – 25,262 miles
  • 2010 – 23,776 miles
  • 2009 – 22,039 miles
  • 2008 – 20,472 miles
  • 2007 – 19,019 miles
  • 2006 – 16,892 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass39,437 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexy exhaust (6.1.2 (a))

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 Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Offside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Rear suspension beam slightly corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

22 tests since 12 Jun 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass39,437 miles (+3,561)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    39,437 miles
    Test number
    575013899838
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexy exhaust (6.1.2 (a))

  2. Pass35,876 miles (+69)9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    35,876 miles
    Test number
    612693475599
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened Both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Dated 2011 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Dated 2013 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension beam slightly corroded

  3. Pass35,807 miles (+276)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2024
    Odometer
    35,807 miles
    Test number
    780079140941
    • AdvisoryExhaust system is corroded
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension beam is corroded

  4. Pass35,531 miles (+657)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2023
    Odometer
    35,531 miles
    Test number
    779758873186
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension beam corroded

  5. Pass34,874 miles (+416)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2022
    Odometer
    34,874 miles
    Test number
    855187097756
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear suspension beam slightly corroded

  6. Pass34,458 miles (+801)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2021
    Odometer
    34,458 miles
    Test number
    778853760139

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass33,657 miles (+913)
    MOT expiry
    16 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    33,657 miles
    Test number
    109489382561

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Pass32,744 miles (+690)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    32,744 miles
    Test number
    733977071121

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass32,054 miles (+576)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    32,054 miles
    Test number
    824374044701

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass31,478 miles (+948)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    31,478 miles
    Test number
    957362391041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass30,530 miles (+1,293)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2016
    Odometer
    30,530 miles
    Test number
    679844655161
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  12. Pass29,237 miles (+1,490)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2015
    Odometer
    29,237 miles
    Test number
    168074754145

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass27,747 miles (+1,199)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2014
    Odometer
    27,747 miles
    Test number
    169071453112
    • NoteNsr bump stop deteriorated

  14. Pass26,548 miles (+1,286)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2013
    Odometer
    26,548 miles
    Test number
    256723052453

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass25,262 miles (+1,486)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2012
    Odometer
    25,262 miles
    Test number
    456494151195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass23,776 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2011
    Odometer
    23,776 miles
    Test number
    820785850153
    • NoteRear tyres perished

  17. Fail23,776 miles (+1,737)1 dangerous2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,776 miles
    Test number
    532954750138
    • DangerousOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteRear tyres perished

  18. Pass22,039 miles (+1,567)1 note
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2010
    Odometer
    22,039 miles
    Test number
    124244259186
    • NoteNail in nearside rear tyre

  19. Pass20,472 miles (+1,453)
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    20,472 miles
    Test number
    104581358115

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass19,019 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2008
    Odometer
    19,019 miles
    Test number
    194372467131

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail19,016 miles (+2,124)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    19,016 miles
    Test number
    390232167128
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  22. Pass16,892 miles
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    16,892 miles
    Test number
    370633566102

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T79 AVJ

Does T79 AVJ currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T79 AVJ is valid until 4 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on T79 AVJ?
The MOT on T79 AVJ is valid until 4 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T79 AVJ done?
T79 AVJ was recorded at 39,437 miles at its MOT on 24 Feb 2026, an average of 1,144 miles a year.
Has T79 AVJ ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T79 AVJ has failed 2 of its 22 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Jun 2010.
Has the mileage on T79 AVJ 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 T79 AVJ find?
T79 AVJ passed its latest MOT on 24 Feb 2026 with 1 advisory: front exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexy exhaust.

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