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Volkswagen Lupo

Black · Petrol · 1999 · 1,400 cc

V641 GCEMOT history

V641 GCE is a black petrol Volkswagen Lupo first used on 1 Sept 1999. Its MOT expired on 10 Jan 2023 and it has passed 17 of 28 MOT tests, with 72,285 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 7 Jan 2022.

MOT
Expired
On 10 Jan 2023
Mileage
72,285 mi
At MOT on 7 Jan 2022
MOT tests
28
17 passed · 11 failed
Per year
3,418 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V641 GCE
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
1 Sept 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 10 Jan 2023
Latest MOT test
7 Jan 2022 (Pass)

Mileage history

V641 GCE was last recorded at 72,285 miles on 7 Jan 2022, 5,316 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Jan 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
66,969 miles · 11 Jan 2021
Between the last two tests
5,316 miles
Average per year
3,418 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2022 – 72,285 miles
  • 2021 – 66,969 miles
  • 2020 – 62,393 miles
  • 2018 – 58,610 miles
  • 2017 – 55,148 miles
  • 2016 – 49,289 miles
  • 2015 – 45,882 miles
  • 2014 – 42,261 miles
  • 2013 – 40,228 miles
  • 2012 – 38,089 miles
  • 2011 – 35,178 miles
  • 2010 – 31,130 miles
  • 2009 – 28,506 miles
  • 2008 – 24,542 miles
  • 2007 – 21,070 miles
  • 2006 – 18,288 miles
  • 2005 – 16,279 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass72,285 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

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.

  • Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure6 MOTs, 2010–2016

  • Exhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

    Failure6 MOTs, 2010–2016

  • Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

    Failure5 MOTs, 2012–2016

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Headlamps tarnishing

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

Full MOT history

28 tests since 19 Aug 2005, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass72,285 miles (+5,316)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    72,285 miles
    Test number
    811318117430
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass66,969 miles (+4,576)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    66,969 miles
    Test number
    840024090627
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Macpherson strut pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement top mount (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Wheel bearing slightly noisy (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass62,393 miles (+3,783)
    MOT expiry
    8 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    62,393 miles
    Test number
    466885137787

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass58,610 miles (+3,462)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    58,610 miles
    Test number
    684386216749
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth front brake discs pitted
    • AdvisoryBoth front side light dull
    • AdvisoryCorrosion to both front suspension arms and rear axle
    • AdvisoryLow to no tread on inner part of o/s/r tyre
    • AdvisoryN/s/r tyre perished
    • AdvisoryPart of centre stop lamp not working
    • AdvisoryTyre pressures low !

  5. Pass55,148 miles
    MOT expiry
    29 Nov 2018
    Odometer
    55,148 miles
    Test number
    814706645836

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Fail55,148 miles (+5,859)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,148 miles
    Test number
    672646965021
    • Repaired at testFront Front position lamp(s) incorrect colour incorrect colour. not white! (1.1.A.3e)

  7. Pass49,289 miles (+8)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    49,289 miles
    Test number
    121344283967
    • AdvisoryHeadlamps tarnishing
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre worn to limit

  8. Fail49,281 miles (+3,399)4 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,281 miles
    Test number
    975974405321
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryHeadlamps tarnishing
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre worn to limit

  9. Pass45,882 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    45,882 miles
    Test number
    193197246622

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Fail45,876 miles (+3,615)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    45,876 miles
    Test number
    829835987973
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  11. Pass42,261 miles (+4)1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Oct 2015
    Odometer
    42,261 miles
    Test number
    756320884234
    • NoteOffside front lower wishbone inner bushes splitting

  12. Fail42,257 miles (+149)3 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,257 miles
    Test number
    748449874232
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • NoteOffside front lower wishbone inner bushes splitting

  13. Fail42,108 miles (+1,880)3 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    42,108 miles
    Test number
    277258354287
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteOffside front brake binding

  14. Pass40,228 miles (+21)4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    40,228 miles
    Test number
    297226763266
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNumber plates worn advise replacement.
    • NoteO/s/f brake slightly binding.
    • NoteO/s/f tyre cracked strongly advise to replace.
    • NoteOil level low.

  15. Fail40,207 miles (+92)2 failures4 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,207 miles
    Test number
    356420163253
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp excessively damaged so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • NoteNumber plates worn advise replacement.
    • NoteO/s/f brake slightly binding.
    • NoteO/s/f tyre cracked strongly advise to replace.
    • NoteOil level low.

  16. Fail40,115 miles (+2,026)5 failures4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,115 miles
    Test number
    358481743263
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureFront Tyre(s) incorrect because different size tyres are fitted on the same axle. (4.1.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • NoteO/s/f tyre heavily cracking

  17. Pass38,089 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    38,089 miles
    Test number
    357321362439
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteRear number plate below average

  18. Fail38,806 miles (+3,628)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    38,806 miles
    Test number
    586481262235
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • NoteItems removed from driver's view prior to test
    • NoteRear number plate below average

  19. Pass35,178 miles (+44)1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    35,178 miles
    Test number
    487542761242
    • NoteW/wipers below average

  20. Fail35,134 miles (+4,004)2 failures4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,134 miles
    Test number
    485848941290
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)
    • NoteNumber plates deteriated.
    • NoteO/s/f bottom arm bush pulled out of arm slightly but still in position.
    • NoteRear exhaust braket broken but still just holding up.
    • NoteWipers smearing.

  21. Pass31,130 miles (+45)
    MOT expiry
    6 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    31,130 miles
    Test number
    481180050232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail31,085 miles (+2,579)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,085 miles
    Test number
    783199440245
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

  23. Fail28,506 miles3 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,506 miles
    Test number
    341586939262
    • Repaired at testNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  24. Pass28,506 miles (+3,964)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    28,506 miles
    Test number
    752206539245

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass24,542 miles (+3,472)
    MOT expiry
    29 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    24,542 miles
    Test number
    391893148222

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass21,070 miles (+2,782)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2008
    Odometer
    21,070 miles
    Test number
    482037637215

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass18,288 miles (+2,009)
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2007
    Odometer
    18,288 miles
    Test number
    830334636268

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass16,279 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Aug 2006
    Odometer
    16,279 miles
    Test number
    500561135220

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V641 GCE

Does V641 GCE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V641 GCE expired on 10 Jan 2023, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V641 GCE?
The MOT on V641 GCE expired on 10 Jan 2023. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V641 GCE done?
V641 GCE was recorded at 72,285 miles at its MOT on 7 Jan 2022, an average of 3,418 miles a year.
Has V641 GCE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V641 GCE has failed 11 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 30 Nov 2017.
Has the mileage on V641 GCE 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 V641 GCE find?
V641 GCE passed its latest MOT on 7 Jan 2022 with 2 advisories: nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; offside front track rod end ball joint has slight play.

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