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Volkswagen Lupo

Red · Petrol · 1999 · 1,400 cc

T996 KRLMOT history

T996 KRL is a red petrol Volkswagen Lupo first used on 28 May 1999. Its MOT expired on 21 Aug 2026 and it has passed 20 of 27 MOT tests, with 114,865 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 22 Aug 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 21 Aug 2026
Mileage
114,865 mi
At MOT on 22 Aug 2025
MOT tests
27
20 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,663 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
T996 KRL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Lupo
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,400 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
28 May 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 21 Aug 2026
Latest MOT test
22 Aug 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

T996 KRL was last recorded at 114,865 miles on 22 Aug 2025, 10 miles more than at the previous MOT on 10 Apr 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
114,855 miles · 10 Apr 2025
Between the last two tests
10 miles
Average per year
4,663 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 114,865 miles
  • 2024 – 110,401 miles
  • 2023 – 100,290 miles
  • 2022 – 87,826 miles
  • 2021 – 82,580 miles
  • 2020 – 81,061 miles
  • 2019 – 74,702 miles
  • 2018 – 67,029 miles
  • 2017 – 62,975 miles
  • 2016 – 60,078 miles
  • 2015 – 57,107 miles
  • 2014 – 53,856 miles
  • 2013 – 50,794 miles
  • 2012 – 47,442 miles
  • 2011 – 43,611 miles
  • 2010 – 39,807 miles
  • 2009 – 36,657 miles
  • 2008 – 32,123 miles
  • 2007 – 28,798 miles
  • 2006 – 24,739 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass114,865 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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 Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Offside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Offside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2017

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass114,865 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    21 Aug 2026
    Odometer
    114,865 miles
    Test number
    230276970905

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail114,855 miles (+4,454)5 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,855 miles
    Test number
    218819831566
    • 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))
    • MajorExhaust noise is clearly in excess of that emitted by a similar vehicle fitted with a standard silencer in average condition (8.1.1 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))

  3. Pass110,401 miles (+10,111)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2025
    Odometer
    110,401 miles
    Test number
    218468055537
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))

  4. Pass100,290 miles (+12,464)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    100,290 miles
    Test number
    604304931053
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake cable damaged but not to excess (1.1.15 (a))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  5. Pass87,826 miles (+5,246)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    87,826 miles
    Test number
    447950768415
    • MinorNearside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass82,580 miles (+1)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    82,580 miles
    Test number
    973127294404
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive axle area corroding (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  7. Fail82,579 miles (+1,518)2 major1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,579 miles
    Test number
    461687053086
    • MajorNearside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength mounting area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength mounting area (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  8. Pass81,061 miles (+6,359)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    81,061 miles
    Test number
    617705745417
    • MinorRear Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  9. Pass74,702 miles (+7,673)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2020
    Odometer
    74,702 miles
    Test number
    208867534746
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

  10. Pass67,029 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    67,029 miles
    Test number
    287701005952
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (2.4.G.1)

  11. Fail67,012 miles (+4,037)3 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,012 miles
    Test number
    473828166256
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureOffside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords side wall and tread (4.1.D.1a)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened n/s and o/s (2.4.G.1)

  12. Pass62,975 miles (+3)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    62,975 miles
    Test number
    468840190699
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre perishing on inner side wall

  13. Fail62,972 miles (+2,894)1 failure1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,972 miles
    Test number
    849649721343
    • FailureBrake servo leaking (3.6.C.1c)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush (2.7.4)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear tyre perishing on inner side wall

  14. Pass60,078 miles (+2,971)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2017
    Odometer
    60,078 miles
    Test number
    833677934422
    • AdvisoryFront Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) slightly corroded (2.3.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit and side wall cracking (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened near limit (2.4.G.1)

  15. Pass57,107 miles (+3,251)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2016
    Odometer
    57,107 miles
    Test number
    938984705186
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

  16. Pass53,856 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2015
    Odometer
    53,856 miles
    Test number
    607797604150
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  17. Fail53,856 miles (+3,062)1 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    53,856 miles
    Test number
    915007504191
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

  18. Pass50,794 miles (+3,352)1 advisory1 note
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2014
    Odometer
    50,794 miles
    Test number
    548039493056
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteO/s front tyre inner edge wearing

  19. Pass47,442 miles
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2013
    Odometer
    47,442 miles
    Test number
    669743602162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Fail47,442 miles (+3,831)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,442 miles
    Test number
    835442002156
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  21. Pass43,611 miles (+3,804)
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2012
    Odometer
    43,611 miles
    Test number
    199532601138

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass39,807 miles (+3,150)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2011
    Odometer
    39,807 miles
    Test number
    953859390012
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  23. Pass36,657 miles (+4,534)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2010
    Odometer
    36,657 miles
    Test number
    404906609154
    • NoteExhaust components rusting.
    • NoteSuspension components rusting.

  24. Pass32,123 miles (+3,325)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2009
    Odometer
    32,123 miles
    Test number
    232501308123
    • NoteOuter side wall of nearside rear tyre cracking,not showing inner ply at tiome of test.
    • NoteOuter side wall of offside rear tyre cracking,not showing inner ply at time of test.

  25. Pass28,798 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2008
    Odometer
    28,798 miles
    Test number
    550240307127
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  26. Fail28,798 miles (+4,059)2 repaired2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,798 miles
    Test number
    731380107163
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper blade deteriorated (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  27. Pass24,739 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 May 2007
    Odometer
    24,739 miles
    Test number
    423074216186
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about T996 KRL

Does T996 KRL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on T996 KRL expired on 21 Aug 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on T996 KRL?
The MOT on T996 KRL expired on 21 Aug 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has T996 KRL done?
T996 KRL was recorded at 114,865 miles at its MOT on 22 Aug 2025, an average of 4,663 miles a year.
Has T996 KRL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. T996 KRL has failed 7 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 10 Apr 2025.
Has the mileage on T996 KRL 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 T996 KRL find?
T996 KRL passed its latest MOT on 22 Aug 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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