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Volkswagen Lupo

Red · Diesel · 1999 · 1,700 cc

T873 DFCMOT history

T873 DFC is a red diesel Volkswagen Lupo first used on 1 Jun 1999. Its MOT is valid until 29 Oct 2026 and it has passed 20 of 24 MOT tests, with 119,504 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 30 Oct 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 29 Oct 2026
Mileage
119,504 mi
At MOT on 30 Oct 2025
MOT tests
24
20 passed · 4 failed
Per year
3,599 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T873 DFC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Lupo
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,700 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
1 Jun 1999
MOT status
MOT valid until 29 Oct 2026
Latest MOT test
30 Oct 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T873 DFC was last recorded at 119,504 miles on 30 Oct 2025, 737 miles more than at the previous MOT on 17 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
118,767 miles · 17 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
737 miles
Average per year
3,599 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 119,504 miles
  • 2024 – 118,767 miles
  • 2023 – 118,005 miles
  • 2022 – 116,928 miles
  • 2021 – 115,603 miles
  • 2020 – 114,074 miles
  • 2019 – 112,132 miles
  • 2018 – 109,896 miles
  • 2017 – 107,885 miles
  • 2016 – 105,627 miles
  • 2015 – 103,941 miles
  • 2014 – 101,929 miles
  • 2013 – 99,597 miles
  • 2012 – 96,791 miles
  • 2011 – 93,395 miles
  • 2010 – 88,854 miles
  • 2009 – 80,162 miles
  • 2008 – 66,684 miles
  • 2007 – 55,935 miles
  • 2006 – 48,766 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass119,504 miles
  • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryMultiple points of surface corrosion to underside of vehicleRecorded 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.

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2018

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2009–2018

  • Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2021

  • Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s/f and o/s/f badly deteriorated recommend replacement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

  • Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning

    Minor2 MOTs, 2019

  • Coil spring corroded all

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019

Full MOT history

24 tests since 6 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass119,504 miles (+737)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Oct 2026
    Odometer
    119,504 miles
    Test number
    136541660198
    • MinorFront Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryMultiple points of surface corrosion to underside of vehicle

  2. Pass118,767 miles (+762)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    118,767 miles
    Test number
    964881882073
    • AdvisoryMultiple points of surface corrosion to underside of vehicle

  3. Pass118,005 miles (+1,077)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Sept 2024
    Odometer
    118,005 miles
    Test number
    860126434804
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement front both (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass116,928 miles (+1,325)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    116,928 miles
    Test number
    269889069865
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement lower bush perished/ fixing corroded (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspect off-side wheel cylinder

  5. Pass115,603 miles (+9)
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    115,603 miles
    Test number
    446751319668

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail115,594 miles (+1,520)2 major2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    115,594 miles
    Test number
    266831173915
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testRear Passenger's seat backrest cannot be secured in the upright position. (6.2.6 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testRear Seat belt missing (7.1.2 (a))

  7. Pass114,074 miles (+1,942)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2021
    Odometer
    114,074 miles
    Test number
    493727427623
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  8. Pass112,132 miles (+15)4 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    112,132 miles
    Test number
    645682876486
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorObligatory mirror slightly loose interior mirror (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged secured with tape (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear fog lamp lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.5.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s/f and o/s/f badly deteriorated recommend replacement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryDriver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened badly corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front door check strap or hinge faulty/stiff
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened n/s/f and o/s/f (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened rear beam axle badly corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront bumper damaged and covered with tape
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion suspension and steering components/driveshafts corroding
    • AdvisoryN/s/r and o/s/r spring mounts corroded
    • AdvisoryReverse lights not working
    • AdvisoryService brake efficiency low 56%

  9. Fail112,117 miles (+2,221)2 major4 minor20 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    112,117 miles
    Test number
    203294102584
    • MajorExhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorObligatory mirror slightly loose interior mirror (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged secured with tape (3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear fog lamp lens defective which has no effect on emitted light (4.5.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement n/s/f and o/s/f badly deteriorated recommend replacement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rears and plastic coating swelling (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryDriver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened badly corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake hose badly perished RECOMMEND REPLACEMENT
    • AdvisoryNearside Front door check strap or hinge faulty/stiff
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material and plastic coating swelling (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake hose ferrules badly corroded RECOMMEND REPLACEMENT
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake hose badly perished RECOMMEND REPLACEMENT
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material and plastic coating swelling (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake hose ferrules badly corroded RECOMMEND REPLACEMENT
    • AdvisorySuspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened n/s/f and o/s/f (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySuspension component corroded but not seriously weakened rear beam axle badly corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront bumper damaged and covered with tape
    • AdvisoryGeneral corrosion suspension and steering components/driveshafts corroding
    • AdvisoryN/s/r and o/s/r spring mounts corroded
    • AdvisoryRear brake application and release uneven 23%,o/s lagging and lower efficency
    • AdvisoryReverse lights not working

  10. Pass109,896 miles (+2,011)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    109,896 miles
    Test number
    974687971602
    • 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)

  11. Pass107,885 miles (+2,258)
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    107,885 miles
    Test number
    156776881151

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  12. Pass105,627 miles (+1,686)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    105,627 miles
    Test number
    236025555452
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  13. Pass103,941 miles (+2,012)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    103,941 miles
    Test number
    855655155076
    • 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)

  14. Pass101,929 miles (+2,332)1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    101,929 miles
    Test number
    327978644004
    • NoteO/s/f & n/s/f tyres slightly worn on inner edges

  15. Pass99,597 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    99,597 miles
    Test number
    146140763091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail99,597 miles (+65)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,597 miles
    Test number
    769460963051
    • FailureOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  17. Fail99,532 miles (+2,741)1 dangerous2 failures1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    99,532 miles
    Test number
    835366753099
    • DangerousOffside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteBoth front brake flexi hoses perished (slight)
    • NoteBoth front tyres worn on edges

  18. Pass96,791 miles (+3,396)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    96,791 miles
    Test number
    737484252044
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  19. Pass93,395 miles (+4,541)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    3 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    93,395 miles
    Test number
    887204191097
    • 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)

  20. Pass88,854 miles (+8,692)
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    88,854 miles
    Test number
    181651560498

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass80,162 miles (+13,478)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    80,162 miles
    Test number
    612679989005
    • 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)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  22. Pass66,684 miles (+10,749)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    66,684 miles
    Test number
    371247978082

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass55,935 miles (+7,169)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    55,935 miles
    Test number
    170496287059

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass48,766 miles
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    48,766 miles
    Test number
    483575866019

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about T873 DFC

Does T873 DFC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on T873 DFC is valid until 29 Oct 2026.
When is the MOT due on T873 DFC?
The MOT on T873 DFC is valid until 29 Oct 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has T873 DFC done?
T873 DFC was recorded at 119,504 miles at its MOT on 30 Oct 2025, an average of 3,599 miles a year.
Has T873 DFC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T873 DFC has failed 4 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 3 Nov 2021.
Has the mileage on T873 DFC 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 T873 DFC find?
T873 DFC passed its latest MOT on 30 Oct 2025 with 1 minor defect and 3 advisories: front windscreen wiper blade defective; nearside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge; offside front inner tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge, and 1 more.

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