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Volkswagen Lupo

Yellow · Diesel · 2001 · 1,716 cc

Y256 SORMOT history

Y256 SOR is a yellow diesel Volkswagen Lupo first used on 2 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 4 Jan 2027 and it has passed 20 of 32 MOT tests, with 197,608 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Jan 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 4 Jan 2027
Mileage
197,608 mi
At MOT on 5 Jan 2026
MOT tests
32
20 passed · 12 failed
Per year
8,202 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y256 SOR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Lupo
Colour
Yellow
Fuel type
Diesel
Engine size
1,716 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
2 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 4 Jan 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Jan 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y256 SOR was last recorded at 197,608 miles on 5 Jan 2026, 1,986 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Jan 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
195,622 miles · 2 Jan 2025
Between the last two tests
1,986 miles
Average per year
8,202 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 197,608 miles
  • 2025 – 195,622 miles
  • 2024 – 190,477 miles
  • 2023 – 190,471 miles
  • 2022 – 189,275 miles
  • 2021 – 187,375 miles
  • 2020 – 185,697 miles
  • 2019 – 180,439 miles
  • 2018 – 176,287 miles
  • 2017 – 171,106 miles
  • 2016 – 165,604 miles
  • 2015 – 158,563 miles
  • 2014 – 149,938 miles
  • 2013 – 142,794 miles
  • 2012 – 134,975 miles
  • 2011 – 125,472 miles
  • 2010 – 117,079 miles
  • 2009 – 104,755 miles
  • 2008 – 91,505 miles
  • 2007 – 78,491 miles
  • 2006 – 35,073 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass197,608 miles
  • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))Recorded at 6 MOTs since 2021
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
  • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2019
  • AdvisoryAll suspension units corroded
  • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded

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 Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated

    Minor6 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2022–2025

  • Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2019–2024

  • Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2023–2025

  • Oil leak, but not excessive engine

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2020–2024

Full MOT history

32 tests since 13 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass197,608 miles (+1,986)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    4 Jan 2027
    Odometer
    197,608 miles
    Test number
    154072764554
    • AdvisoryAnti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all front (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryAll suspension units corroded
    • AdvisoryExhaust system corroded

  2. Pass195,622 miles2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2026
    Odometer
    195,622 miles
    Test number
    671476015904
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail195,622 miles (+5,145)2 dangerous2 major2 minor9 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    195,622 miles
    Test number
    343793271173
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorNearside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))
    • MajorParking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass190,477 miles (+6)1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    2 Jan 2025
    Odometer
    190,477 miles
    Test number
    930316046017
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  5. Fail190,471 miles (+1,196)3 major1 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    190,471 miles
    Test number
    553033941131
    • MajorNearside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine Oil Filter (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  6. Pass189,275 miles (+1,900)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2023
    Odometer
    189,275 miles
    Test number
    220767237723
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

  7. Pass187,375 miles (+8)2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2022
    Odometer
    187,375 miles
    Test number
    684859301718
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake lever travel ,becoming high.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Fail187,367 miles (+1,670)2 dangerous2 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    187,367 miles
    Test number
    525169788458
    • 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))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHandbrake lever travel ,becoming high.
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass185,697 miles (+5,258)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    23 Nov 2021
    Odometer
    185,697 miles
    Test number
    972252135015
    • MinorOffside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass180,439 miles (+4,152)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2020
    Odometer
    180,439 miles
    Test number
    272264631245
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryPlay in steering rack inner joint(s)

  11. Pass176,287 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2019
    Odometer
    176,287 miles
    Test number
    731361925900
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  12. Fail176,287 miles (+5,181)2 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    176,287 miles
    Test number
    910235713401
    • Repaired at testNearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp deteriorated but light output not reduced (1.7.5a)

  13. Pass171,106 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2018
    Odometer
    171,106 miles
    Test number
    228133802410

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail171,106 miles (+5,502)4 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    171,106 miles
    Test number
    462466403623
    • Repaired at testHeadlamp aim too high (1.8)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • Repaired at testWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively All 3 (8.2.2)

  15. Pass165,604 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2017
    Odometer
    165,604 miles
    Test number
    404330332613

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Fail165,604 miles (+7,041)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    165,604 miles
    Test number
    136270625101
    • FailureCentre Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • Advisory175/65 r13 tracking required
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit on limit inner edge (4.1.E.1)

  17. Pass158,563 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 May 2016
    Odometer
    158,563 miles
    Test number
    489183945144

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail158,563 miles (+8,625)3 failures1 repaired1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,563 miles
    Test number
    218962045416
    • FailureNearside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too high and too far to the left. (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Side repeater not working (1.4.A.2c)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  19. Pass149,938 miles (+7,144)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    149,938 miles
    Test number
    577793874061
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

  20. Pass142,794 miles (+7,819)
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    142,794 miles
    Test number
    356006683065

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass134,975 miles
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    134,975 miles
    Test number
    869319182070

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail134,975 miles (+9,503)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    134,975 miles
    Test number
    426828582085
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureOffside Front Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureService brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

  23. Pass125,472 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    125,472 miles
    Test number
    918843981058
    • NoteBoth number plates poor condition

  24. Fail125,472 miles (+8,393)7 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    125,472 miles
    Test number
    815292681088
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureNearside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp excessively deteriorated so that the light output is severely reduced (1.7.5a)
    • NoteBoth number plates poor condition

  25. Pass117,079 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    28 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    117,079 miles
    Test number
    292758880076
    • NoteFront and rear number plates in very poor condition becoming difficult to read

  26. Fail117,079 miles (+12,324)2 repaired1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    117,079 miles
    Test number
    663468380086
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp not in good working order adversely affecting beam image (1.2.4a)
    • NoteFront and rear number plates in very poor condition becoming difficult to read

  27. Pass104,755 miles (+13,250)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    104,755 miles
    Test number
    643586279035

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass91,505 miles (+18)4 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    91,505 miles
    Test number
    594174978055
    • NoteBoth rear tyres perished.
    • NoteOffside beam pattern weak.
    • NoteOffside rear shock cover loose.
    • NoteSlight lift/wear/play in offside rack.

  29. Fail91,487 miles (+12,996)4 failures2 advisories4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    91,487 miles
    Test number
    140513178420
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureNearside Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)
    • FailureWindscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • NoteBoth rear tyres perished.
    • NoteOffside beam pattern weak.
    • NoteOffside rear shock cover loose.
    • NoteSlight lift/wear/play in offside rack.

  30. Pass78,491 miles (+43,418)2 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    13 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    78,491 miles
    Test number
    342333477075
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryExhaust noisy (7.1.4)
    • NoteBoth beam patterns weak.
    • NoteNearside rear tyre perished.

  31. Pass35,073 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    12 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    35,073 miles
    Test number
    621472476092
    • NoteN/s wiper smears a little.
    • NoteService brake on minimal effort,rear brakes may require attention.

  32. Fail35,073 miles1 repaired2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,073 miles
    Test number
    740572476046
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim beam image too far to the right (1.6.B4)
    • NoteN/s wiper smears a little.
    • NoteService brake on minimal effort,rear brakes may require attention.

Questions about Y256 SOR

Does Y256 SOR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y256 SOR is valid until 4 Jan 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y256 SOR?
The MOT on Y256 SOR is valid until 4 Jan 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y256 SOR done?
Y256 SOR was recorded at 197,608 miles at its MOT on 5 Jan 2026, an average of 8,202 miles a year.
Has Y256 SOR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y256 SOR has failed 12 of its 32 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Jan 2025.
Has the mileage on Y256 SOR 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 Y256 SOR find?
Y256 SOR passed its latest MOT on 5 Jan 2026 with 8 advisories: anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement all front; front brake pad(s) wearing thin; nearside front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded, and 5 more.

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