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Volkswagen Lupo

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 1,598 cc

Y226 GMBMOT history

Y226 GMB is a black petrol Volkswagen Lupo first used on 23 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 2 Nov 2024 and it has passed 13 of 16 MOT tests, with 112,548 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 3 Nov 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 2 Nov 2024
Mileage
112,548 mi
At MOT on 3 Nov 2023
MOT tests
16
13 passed · 3 failed
Per year
3,545 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y226 GMB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Lupo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
23 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 2 Nov 2024
Latest MOT test
3 Nov 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y226 GMB was last recorded at 112,548 miles on 3 Nov 2023, 806 miles more than at the previous MOT on 25 May 2021.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
111,742 miles · 25 May 2021
Between the last two tests
806 miles
Average per year
3,545 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 112,548 miles
  • 2021 – 111,742 miles
  • 2020 – 108,872 miles
  • 2018 – 102,782 miles
  • 2017 – 99,744 miles
  • 2016 – 95,540 miles
  • 2015 – 92,776 miles
  • 2014 – 92,629 miles
  • 2013 – 87,872 miles
  • 2010 – 86,824 miles
  • 2009 – 77,080 miles
  • 2008 – 67,508 miles
  • 2007 – 59,435 miles
  • 2006 – 49,815 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass112,548 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryUnderside of car covered in underseal

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 disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2009–2013

  • Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2007–2013

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2006–2009

Full MOT history

16 tests since 21 Feb 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass112,548 miles (+806)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Nov 2024
    Odometer
    112,548 miles
    Test number
    322910810707
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryUnderside of car covered in underseal

  2. Pass111,742 miles (+2,870)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    24 May 2022
    Odometer
    111,742 miles
    Test number
    245311582962
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Axle corroded but not seriously weakened

  3. Pass108,872 miles (+6,090)
    MOT expiry
    17 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    108,872 miles
    Test number
    347842065311

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass102,782 miles (+3,038)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2019
    Odometer
    102,782 miles
    Test number
    996050842623
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust mounting defective at downpipe, supported by wire (6.1.2 (a))

  5. Pass99,744 miles (+4,204)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2018
    Odometer
    99,744 miles
    Test number
    440288636599

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass95,540 miles (+2,764)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2017
    Odometer
    95,540 miles
    Test number
    430599251840

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Pass92,776 miles (+147)
    MOT expiry
    12 Oct 2016
    Odometer
    92,776 miles
    Test number
    174691746948

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail92,629 miles (+4,757)1 dangerous7 failures1 advisory5 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    92,629 miles
    Test number
    357688474071
    • DangerousNearside Front Front wheel bearing has excessive play (2.5.A.3c)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content at idle excessive (7.3.D.4)
    • FailureFront Headlamp cleaning device inoperative (1.7.2)
    • FailureFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Rear Parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.D.3a)
    • FailureRear registration plate deteriorated (6.3.1d)
    • AdvisoryRear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteNon obligatory mirror damaged
    • NoteAdvise bonnet cable release handle broken
    • NoteAdvise engine management lamp on (mil)
    • NoteAdvise exhaust rear heat sheild loose
    • NoteAdvise undertray fitted?

  9. Pass87,872 miles (+1,048)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2014
    Odometer
    87,872 miles
    Test number
    185703443098
    • AdvisoryBrakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.5b)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  10. Pass86,824 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    16 Aug 2011
    Odometer
    86,824 miles
    Test number
    121939920237
    • NoteNumber plate condition
    • NoteRear brake pipe corrosion

  11. Fail86,824 miles (+9,744)3 failures2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    86,824 miles
    Test number
    280845920220
    • FailureNearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter split (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar attachment bracket/mounting insecure (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteNumber plate condition
    • NoteRear brake pipe corrosion

  12. Pass77,080 miles (+640)
    MOT expiry
    1 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    77,080 miles
    Test number
    460612099041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail76,440 miles (+8,932)4 dangerous5 failures7 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,440 miles
    Test number
    844417079084
    • DangerousFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureUpper Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • NoteSuspension joint offside lower dust cover split/missing
    • NoteOffside rear shock absorber plastic cover adrift
    • NoteRear registration plate slightly deteriorated

  14. Pass67,508 miles (+8,073)
    MOT expiry
    6 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    67,508 miles
    Test number
    301447868069

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass59,435 miles (+9,620)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    59,435 miles
    Test number
    244264367044
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  16. Pass49,815 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Feb 2007
    Odometer
    49,815 miles
    Test number
    660302556083
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Questions about Y226 GMB

Does Y226 GMB currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y226 GMB expired on 2 Nov 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y226 GMB?
The MOT on Y226 GMB expired on 2 Nov 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y226 GMB done?
Y226 GMB was recorded at 112,548 miles at its MOT on 3 Nov 2023, an average of 3,545 miles a year.
Has Y226 GMB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y226 GMB has failed 3 of its 16 MOT tests, most recently on 19 Mar 2014.
Has the mileage on Y226 GMB 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 Y226 GMB find?
Y226 GMB passed its latest MOT on 3 Nov 2023 with 5 advisories: nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; nearside rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; offside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened, and 2 more.

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