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Volkswagen Lupo

Yellow · Diesel · 2001 · 1,422 cc

Y221 LDEMOT history

Y221 LDE is a yellow diesel Volkswagen Lupo first used on 5 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 1 Dec 2025 and it has passed 16 of 24 MOT tests, with 167,594 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 13 Nov 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 1 Dec 2025
Mileage
167,594 mi
At MOT on 13 Nov 2025
MOT tests
24
16 passed · 8 failed
Per year
6,412 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y221 LDE
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Lupo
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,422 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
5 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Dec 2025
Latest MOT test
13 Nov 2025 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y221 LDE was last recorded at 167,594 miles on 13 Nov 2025, 6,447 miles more than at the previous MOT on 20 Nov 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
161,147 miles · 20 Nov 2024
Between the last two tests
6,447 miles
Average per year
6,412 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 167,594 miles
  • 2024 – 161,147 miles
  • 2023 – 154,216 miles
  • 2022 – 146,332 miles
  • 2021 – 140,024 miles
  • 2020 – 133,493 miles
  • 2019 – 127,435 miles
  • 2017 – 124,582 miles
  • 2014 – 114,714 miles
  • 2013 – 102,666 miles
  • 2012 – 93,105 miles
  • 2011 – 81,329 miles
  • 2010 – 71,905 miles
  • 2009 – 64,124 miles
  • 2008 – 57,507 miles
  • 2007 – 48,489 miles
  • 2006 – 41,663 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail167,594 miles
  • MajorEmissions unable to be completed Timing belt history unknown (8.2.2.2 (e))
  • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
  • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorNearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  • MajorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint excessively worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))
  • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
  • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
  • MajorOffside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  • MajorOffside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
  • MajorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint excessively worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))
  • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
  • MinorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Axle spring cup (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Axle spring cup (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • COOLANT LEAK

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • UNABLE TO SEE REAR BRAKES

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2022

  • CAN'T SEE CONDITION OF REAR BRAKES

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Front Inner CAN'T SEE CONDITION BRAKE PADS

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Fail167,594 miles (+6,447)14 major3 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,594 miles
    Test number
    511788100690
    • MajorEmissions unable to be completed Timing belt history unknown (8.2.2.2 (e))
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Outer Drive shaft joint excessively worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Outer sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Integral body structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced Inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • MajorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint excessively worn (6.1.7 (c) (i))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Lower Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Axle spring cup (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inside edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive Axle spring cup (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Pass161,147 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    161,147 miles
    Test number
    157362061582

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Fail161,147 miles (+6,931)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    161,147 miles
    Test number
    492260836211
    • MajorFront passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush excessively worn missing (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  4. Pass154,216 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    154,216 miles
    Test number
    300574336454
    • AdvisoryCAN'T SEE CONDITION OF REAR BRAKES
    • AdvisoryCOOLANT LEAK
    • AdvisoryFront Inner CAN'T SEE CONDITION BRAKE PADS
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Fail154,216 miles (+7,884)3 major9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    154,216 miles
    Test number
    274250385992
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryCAN'T SEE CONDITION OF REAR BRAKES
    • AdvisoryCOOLANT LEAK
    • AdvisoryFront Inner CAN'T SEE CONDITION BRAKE PADS
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front TOP MOUNT SLIGHT PLAY
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  6. Pass146,332 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    146,332 miles
    Test number
    780928369769
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryUNABLE TO SEE REAR BRAKES

  7. Fail146,332 miles (+6,308)5 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    146,332 miles
    Test number
    350232741832
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper not working (3.4 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear 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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryUNABLE TO SEE REAR BRAKES

  8. Pass140,024 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    140,024 miles
    Test number
    217770787040
    • AdvisoryUNABLE TO SEE CONDITION OF REAR BRAKES

  9. Fail140,024 miles (+6,531)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    140,024 miles
    Test number
    394113878813
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing has excessive play (5.1.3 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryCoolant leak
    • AdvisoryUNABLE TO SEE CONDITION OF REAR BRAKES

  10. Pass133,493 miles (+47)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    1 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    133,493 miles
    Test number
    649306559061
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  11. Fail133,446 miles (+6,011)2 dangerous9 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    133,446 miles
    Test number
    982188763060
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases flexi (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength floor pan to sill (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MajorRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases missing (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront windows inop
    • AdvisoryUnable to see rear brakes

  12. Pass127,435 miles (+14)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Oct 2020
    Odometer
    127,435 miles
    Test number
    485791821810
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases near catalyst (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryManufacturers body under trays fitted restricting inspection of components

  13. Fail127,421 miles (+2,839)4 dangerous1 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    127,421 miles
    Test number
    444595534184
    • DangerousNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage missing (5.3.3 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousStop lamp(s) remains on when the brakes are released (4.3.2 (a) (iii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases near catalyst (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryManufacturers body under trays fitted restricting inspection of components
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Inner edge (5.2.3 (e))

  14. Pass124,582 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    5 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    124,582 miles
    Test number
    163195365283
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  15. Fail124,582 miles (+9,868)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    124,582 miles
    Test number
    356512259554
    • FailureNearside Outer Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  16. Pass114,714 miles (+12,048)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2015
    Odometer
    114,714 miles
    Test number
    467292634234

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass102,666 miles (+9,561)
    MOT expiry
    26 Aug 2014
    Odometer
    102,666 miles
    Test number
    688619933281

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass93,105 miles (+11,776)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2013
    Odometer
    93,105 miles
    Test number
    909347232214

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass81,329 miles (+9,424)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2012
    Odometer
    81,329 miles
    Test number
    658746731247
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  20. Pass71,905 miles (+7,781)
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    71,905 miles
    Test number
    354467230462

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass64,124 miles (+6,617)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Aug 2010
    Odometer
    64,124 miles
    Test number
    351548839404
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

  22. Pass57,507 miles (+9,018)
    MOT expiry
    17 Aug 2009
    Odometer
    57,507 miles
    Test number
    661171438209

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass48,489 miles (+6,826)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    48,489 miles
    Test number
    624131587034
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  24. Pass41,663 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    41,663 miles
    Test number
    252333186001
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Questions about Y221 LDE

Does Y221 LDE currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y221 LDE expired on 1 Dec 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y221 LDE?
The MOT on Y221 LDE expired on 1 Dec 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y221 LDE done?
Y221 LDE was recorded at 167,594 miles at its MOT on 13 Nov 2025, an average of 6,412 miles a year.
Has Y221 LDE ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y221 LDE has failed 8 of its 24 MOT tests, most recently on 13 Nov 2025.
Has the mileage on Y221 LDE 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 Y221 LDE find?
Y221 LDE failed its latest MOT on 13 Nov 2025 with 14 major defects, 3 minor defects and 8 advisories: emissions unable to be completed timing belt history unknown; front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle; front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle, and 22 more.

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