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Volkswagen Lupo

Green · Diesel · 2001 · 1,422 cc

Y242 PCBMOT history

Y242 PCB is a green diesel Volkswagen Lupo first used on 22 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 19 Mar 2027 and it has passed 21 of 27 MOT tests, with 97,084 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 12 Mar 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 19 Mar 2027
Mileage
97,084 mi
At MOT on 12 Mar 2026
MOT tests
27
21 passed · 6 failed
Per year
2,896 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y242 PCB
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Lupo
Colour
Green
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,422 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
22 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 19 Mar 2027
Latest MOT test
12 Mar 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y242 PCB was last recorded at 97,084 miles on 12 Mar 2026, 4,476 miles more than at the previous MOT on 14 Mar 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
92,608 miles · 14 Mar 2025
Between the last two tests
4,476 miles
Average per year
2,896 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 97,084 miles
  • 2025 – 92,608 miles
  • 2024 – 91,417 miles
  • 2023 – 88,733 miles
  • 2022 – 85,731 miles
  • 2021 – 82,827 miles
  • 2020 – 81,338 miles
  • 2019 – 74,545 miles
  • 2018 – 72,462 miles
  • 2017 – 71,669 miles
  • 2016 – 71,593 miles
  • 2015 – 68,183 miles
  • 2014 – 62,813 miles
  • 2013 – 59,022 miles
  • 2012 – 54,409 miles
  • 2011 – 51,426 miles
  • 2010 – 49,537 miles
  • 2009 – 47,386 miles
  • 2008 – 44,747 miles
  • 2007 – 41,959 miles
  • 2006 – 39,451 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass97,084 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 9 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryRear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryBoth sills corrodedRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryFuel pipe union corroded centre floor pan

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.

  • Offside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2012–2018

  • Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2021

  • Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Offside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2015–2018

  • Rear axle beam corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2024–2025

  • Nearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass97,084 miles (+4,476)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2027
    Odometer
    97,084 miles
    Test number
    846999629334
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth sills corroded
    • AdvisoryFuel pipe union corroded centre floor pan

  2. Pass92,608 miles (+1,191)7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    92,608 miles
    Test number
    573366963303
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBoth sills corroded
    • AdvisoryFuel pipe unions corroded
    • AdvisoryRear axle beam corroded

  3. Pass91,417 miles (+2,684)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    91,417 miles
    Test number
    158579609372
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both sides (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFuel pipe unions corroded underside
    • AdvisoryO/s/r sill corroded
    • AdvisoryRear axle beam corroded

  4. Pass88,733 miles (+3,002)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    88,733 miles
    Test number
    473740009459
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • 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))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

  5. Pass85,731 miles (+2,904)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    85,731 miles
    Test number
    439343439044
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle corroded

  6. Pass82,827 miles (+4)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    82,827 miles
    Test number
    889444924783
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis axe mounts nearside and offside (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  7. Fail82,823 miles (+1,485)3 major8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    82,823 miles
    Test number
    906911783996
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement nearside and offside (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened nearside and offside (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis axe mounts nearside and offside (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  8. Pass81,338 miles (+6,793)10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    81,338 miles
    Test number
    974919359109
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis nearside and offside (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge at limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge at limit (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive chassis axle mount nearside and offside (5.3.6 (a) (i))

  9. Pass74,545 miles1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    74,545 miles
    Test number
    136530322326
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  10. Fail74,539 miles (+2,077)4 major1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,539 miles
    Test number
    862401662687
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MinorNearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  11. Pass72,462 miles (+793)11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    72,462 miles
    Test number
    779051140749
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryUnder-trays fitted

  12. Pass71,669 miles (+76)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    15 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    71,669 miles
    Test number
    663630810285
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  13. Fail71,593 miles (+3,410)4 failures3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    71,593 miles
    Test number
    487331412492
    • FailureNearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Front Outer Anti-roll bar linkage fractured (2.4.G.1)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corrosion on inner faces (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  14. Pass68,183 miles (+590)5 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    68,183 miles
    Test number
    508720825131
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteBoth bottom arms corroded
    • NoteCorrosion forming on front subframe
    • NoteOffside rear shock shroud insecure

  15. Fail67,593 miles (+4,780)5 failures3 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,593 miles
    Test number
    165069085491
    • FailureExhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • FailureFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • FailureNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • NoteFront wiper blade rubbers split

  16. Pass62,813 miles (+3,791)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    62,813 miles
    Test number
    837947284077
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteChild seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

  17. Pass59,022 miles (+4,613)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    59,022 miles
    Test number
    949674683084
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)

  18. Pass54,409 miles6 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    29 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    54,409 miles
    Test number
    565440292030
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteFront wipers juddering
    • NoteIndicator stalk/switch faulty

  19. Fail54,409 miles (+2,983)2 failures7 advisories3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    54,409 miles
    Test number
    368690492045
    • FailureNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureRear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Direction indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteFront brakes binding slightly
    • NoteFront wipers juddering
    • NoteIndicator stalk/switch faulty

  20. Pass51,426 miles (+1,889)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    51,426 miles
    Test number
    118723481423

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass49,537 miles (+2,151)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    49,537 miles
    Test number
    923162180013

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass47,386 miles
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    47,386 miles
    Test number
    383136289049

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass47,386 miles (+2,639)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    47,386 miles
    Test number
    230506489089

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass44,747 miles (+2,788)
    MOT expiry
    26 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    44,747 miles
    Test number
    881217688041

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass41,959 miles (+2,508)
    MOT expiry
    22 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    41,959 miles
    Test number
    111472887436

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass39,451 miles (+200)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    39,451 miles
    Test number
    292353846161

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail39,251 miles1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,251 miles
    Test number
    612673486069
    • FailureNearside Front Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Questions about Y242 PCB

Does Y242 PCB currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y242 PCB is valid until 19 Mar 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y242 PCB?
The MOT on Y242 PCB is valid until 19 Mar 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y242 PCB done?
Y242 PCB was recorded at 97,084 miles at its MOT on 12 Mar 2026, an average of 2,896 miles a year.
Has Y242 PCB ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y242 PCB has failed 6 of its 27 MOT tests, most recently on 1 Mar 2021.
Has the mileage on Y242 PCB 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 Y242 PCB find?
Y242 PCB passed its latest MOT on 12 Mar 2026 with 6 advisories: front sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened; rear coil spring corroded both sides; rear suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive both sides, and 3 more.

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