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Volkswagen Lupo

Red · Petrol · 2001 · 1,390 cc

X787 KLYMOT history

X787 KLY is a red petrol Volkswagen Lupo first used on 1 Feb 2001. Its MOT expired on 6 Mar 2026 and it has passed 18 of 24 MOT tests, with 108,013 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 18 Mar 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 6 Mar 2026
Mileage
108,013 mi
At MOT on 18 Mar 2026
MOT tests
24
18 passed · 6 failed
Per year
4,808 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
X787 KLY
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Lupo
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 Feb 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 6 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
18 Mar 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

X787 KLY was last recorded at 108,013 miles on 18 Mar 2026, 5,177 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
102,836 miles · 4 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
5,177 miles
Average per year
4,808 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 108,013 miles
  • 2025 – 102,836 miles
  • 2024 – 95,623 miles
  • 2023 – 94,711 miles
  • 2022 – 89,012 miles
  • 2021 – 81,537 miles
  • 2020 – 81,527 miles
  • 2019 – 78,443 miles
  • 2018 – 71,906 miles
  • 2017 – 59,232 miles
  • 2016 – 53,389 miles
  • 2015 – 41,715 miles
  • 2014 – 39,023 miles
  • 2013 – 35,945 miles
  • 2012 – 32,545 miles
  • 2011 – 29,509 miles
  • 2010 – 26,693 miles
  • 2009 – 23,885 miles
  • 2008 – 20,842 miles
  • 2007 – 16,089 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail108,013 miles
  • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective No beam image (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective No beam image (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
  • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine OIL PRESSURE SWITCH (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment No reserve travel (1.1.6 (c))
  • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024

What MOT failures 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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2020–2025

  • Nearside Headlamp lens slightly defective Poor beam image

    Minor3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair.

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Supplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2024

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2017

  • Offside Headlamp lens slightly defective Poor beam image

    Minor2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

24 tests since 3 Feb 2007, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail108,013 miles (+5,177)1 dangerous4 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    108,013 miles
    Test number
    659108755321
    • DangerousOffside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp lens seriously defective No beam image (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp lens seriously defective No beam image (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine OIL PRESSURE SWITCH (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorParking brake lever has excessive movement indicating incorrect adjustment No reserve travel (1.1.6 (c))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

  2. Pass102,836 miles3 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    102,836 miles
    Test number
    741903789224
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective Poor beam image (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective Poor beam image (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  3. Fail102,836 miles (+7,213)3 dangerous1 major4 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    102,836 miles
    Test number
    299501177238
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed 195/45R15 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective Poor beam image (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective Poor beam image (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  4. Pass95,623 miles1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    95,623 miles
    Test number
    927113730603
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective poor beam image (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Heavily worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  5. Fail95,623 miles (+912)2 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    95,623 miles
    Test number
    850397907741
    • MajorNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions incorrect rotation (5.2.3 (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective poor beam image (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Heavily worn on inner edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  6. Pass94,711 miles (+2)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    94,711 miles
    Test number
    427944379416
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  7. Fail94,709 miles (+5,697)4 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    94,709 miles
    Test number
    497576990600
    • MajorNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySupplementary restraint system warning lamp does not illuminate (7.1.6 (a))

  8. Pass89,012 miles (+1)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    89,012 miles
    Test number
    285099334557
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisorySuspension modified

  9. Fail89,011 miles (+7,474)1 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,011 miles
    Test number
    476645840006
    • MajorOffside Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • MinorCentral Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (8.1.1 (a))
    • AdvisorySuspension modified

  10. Pass81,537 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    81,537 miles
    Test number
    567228470344

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Fail81,527 miles (+3,084)10 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    81,527 miles
    Test number
    552270292415
    • MajorAnti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords outside side wall (5.2.3 (d) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MinorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  12. Pass78,443 miles (+6,537)1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    26 Jan 2021
    Odometer
    78,443 miles
    Test number
    470820868777
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  13. Pass71,906 miles (+12,674)
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    71,906 miles
    Test number
    922262742057

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Pass59,232 miles (+5,843)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    21 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    59,232 miles
    Test number
    220048391993
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass53,389 miles (+11,674)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Feb 2017
    Odometer
    53,389 miles
    Test number
    652562864695
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

  16. Pass41,715 miles (+2,692)1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    15 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    41,715 miles
    Test number
    948417045011
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteBoth rear shock absorbers bump stops deteriorated
    • NoteFront number plate cracked

  17. Pass39,023 miles (+3,078)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    39,023 miles
    Test number
    329589724087

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass35,945 miles (+3,400)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    35,945 miles
    Test number
    299180233094

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass32,545 miles (+3,036)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2013
    Odometer
    32,545 miles
    Test number
    126915322025

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass29,509 miles (+2,816)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2012
    Odometer
    29,509 miles
    Test number
    507693831039

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass26,693 miles (+2,808)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    26,693 miles
    Test number
    394985620028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass23,885 miles (+3,043)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2010
    Odometer
    23,885 miles
    Test number
    353617129074

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass20,842 miles (+4,753)
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2009
    Odometer
    20,842 miles
    Test number
    553081738088

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass16,089 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Feb 2008
    Odometer
    16,089 miles
    Test number
    253014937008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about X787 KLY

Does X787 KLY currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on X787 KLY expired on 6 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on X787 KLY?
The MOT on X787 KLY expired on 6 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has X787 KLY done?
X787 KLY was recorded at 108,013 miles at its MOT on 18 Mar 2026, an average of 4,808 miles a year.
Has X787 KLY ever failed its MOT?
Yes. X787 KLY has failed 6 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 18 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on X787 KLY 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 X787 KLY find?
X787 KLY failed its latest MOT on 18 Mar 2026 with 1 dangerous defect, 4 major defects and 3 advisories: offside front brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick; nearside headlamp lens seriously defective no beam image; offside headlamp lens seriously defective no beam image, and 5 more.

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