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Volkswagen Lupo

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 999 cc

Y243 HDUMOT history

Y243 HDU is a blue petrol Volkswagen Lupo first used on 22 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 27 Mar 2025 and it has passed 18 of 25 MOT tests, with 76,314 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 27 Mar 2024.

MOT
Expired
On 27 Mar 2025
Mileage
76,314 mi
At MOT on 27 Mar 2024
MOT tests
25
18 passed · 7 failed
Per year
4,056 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y243 HDU
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Lupo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
999 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
22 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 27 Mar 2025
Latest MOT test
27 Mar 2024 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y243 HDU was last recorded at 76,314 miles on 27 Mar 2024, 5,361 miles more than at the previous MOT on 28 Mar 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
70,953 miles · 28 Mar 2023
Between the last two tests
5,361 miles
Average per year
4,056 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2024 – 76,314 miles
  • 2023 – 70,953 miles
  • 2022 – 68,996 miles
  • 2021 – 64,479 miles
  • 2019 – 54,758 miles
  • 2018 – 51,631 miles
  • 2017 – 46,319 miles
  • 2016 – 38,251 miles
  • 2015 – 29,830 miles
  • 2014 – 23,039 miles
  • 2013 – 16,150 miles
  • 2012 – 11,087 miles
  • 2011 – 5,992 miles
  • 2010 – 5,340 miles
  • 2009 – 5,234 miles
  • 2008 – 4,638 miles
  • 2007 – 4,109 miles
  • 2006 – 3,648 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass76,314 miles
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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 Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Offside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2015

Full MOT history

25 tests since 28 Apr 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass76,314 miles (+5,361)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    76,314 miles
    Test number
    182760278298
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  2. Pass70,953 miles (+1,957)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    70,953 miles
    Test number
    221479873511
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  3. Pass68,996 miles (+4,517)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    68,996 miles
    Test number
    880837619181
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm 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 (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm 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 (5.2.3 (e))

  4. Pass64,479 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    64,479 miles
    Test number
    440242696780
    • AdvisoryFront suspension arms corroded
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front anti roll bar link slight movement

  5. Fail64,479 miles (+9,721)1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,479 miles
    Test number
    853419180449
    • Repaired at testRear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront suspension arms corroded
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front anti roll bar link slight movement

  6. Pass54,758 miles (+3,127)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    8 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    54,758 miles
    Test number
    206115988538
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

  7. Pass51,631 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2019
    Odometer
    51,631 miles
    Test number
    510576399768
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  8. Fail51,631 miles (+5,312)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    51,631 miles
    Test number
    570762687633
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  9. Pass46,319 miles (+8,068)
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2018
    Odometer
    46,319 miles
    Test number
    912670930586

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass38,251 miles (+8,421)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    38,251 miles
    Test number
    523255138475

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass29,830 miles (+1)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    29,830 miles
    Test number
    949496485028
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  12. Fail29,829 miles (+6,790)1 failure1 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,829 miles
    Test number
    396605685073
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)
    • Repaired at testOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  13. Pass23,039 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    23,039 miles
    Test number
    519687884046

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail23,039 miles (+6,889)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    23,039 miles
    Test number
    126887284480
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  15. Pass16,150 miles
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    16,150 miles
    Test number
    445495303177

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail16,150 miles (+5,063)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    16,150 miles
    Test number
    939355403142
    • FailureBraking system leaking (3.6.A.1)

  17. Pass11,087 miles (+5,095)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    11,087 miles
    Test number
    227747692022

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass5,992 miles (+652)
    MOT expiry
    21 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    5,992 miles
    Test number
    679092711172

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass5,340 miles (+106)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2011
    Odometer
    5,340 miles
    Test number
    324392500271
    • NoteFront brake disks corroded

  20. Pass5,234 miles (+596)
    MOT expiry
    27 Jul 2010
    Odometer
    5,234 miles
    Test number
    340119109257

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Fail4,638 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    4,638 miles
    Test number
    382408108189
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

  22. Pass4,638 miles (+529)
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    4,638 miles
    Test number
    912808008181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Pass4,109 miles (+461)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    4,109 miles
    Test number
    351519207144
    • NoteFront and rear tyres perishing, requires inspection in the near future.

  24. Fail3,648 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    3,648 miles
    Test number
    713658116187
    • Repaired at testFront brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

  25. Pass3,648 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    3,648 miles
    Test number
    812328816166

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y243 HDU

Does Y243 HDU currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y243 HDU expired on 27 Mar 2025, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y243 HDU?
The MOT on Y243 HDU expired on 27 Mar 2025. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y243 HDU done?
Y243 HDU was recorded at 76,314 miles at its MOT on 27 Mar 2024, an average of 4,056 miles a year.
Has Y243 HDU ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y243 HDU has failed 7 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 6 Jan 2021.
Has the mileage on Y243 HDU 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 Y243 HDU find?
Y243 HDU passed its latest MOT on 27 Mar 2024 with 5 advisories: nearside front shock absorbers has light misting of oil; nearside front suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened; nearside integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill, and 2 more.

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