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Volkswagen Lupo

Blue · Petrol · 2001 · 1,390 cc

Y257 EUDMOT history

Y257 EUD is a blue petrol Volkswagen Lupo first used on 1 Mar 2001. Its MOT expired on 1 Jun 2026 and it has passed 12 of 19 MOT tests, with 69,458 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 2 Jun 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 1 Jun 2026
Mileage
69,458 mi
At MOT on 2 Jun 2025
MOT tests
19
12 passed · 7 failed
Per year
3,670 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y257 EUD
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Lupo
Colour
Blue
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 1 Jun 2026
Latest MOT test
2 Jun 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y257 EUD was last recorded at 69,458 miles on 2 Jun 2025, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 29 May 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
69,458 miles · 29 May 2025
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
3,670 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 69,458 miles
  • 2023 – 64,472 miles
  • 2022 – 56,872 miles
  • 2021 – 40,764 miles
  • 2020 – 31,298 miles
  • 2019 – 31,158 miles
  • 2018 – 30,416 miles
  • 2017 – 20,920 miles
  • 2016 – 15,474 miles
  • 2015 – 14,790 miles
  • 2014 – 13,456 miles
  • 2010 – 13,406 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass69,458 miles

No defects or advisories were recorded.

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.

  • Coil spring corroded all four

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2023

  • Spare tyre defective

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Service brake efficiency below requirements

    Major2 MOTs, 2019–2022

  • Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge both wheels

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

  • Nearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021

Full MOT history

19 tests since 23 Feb 2010, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass69,458 miles
    MOT expiry
    1 Jun 2026
    Odometer
    69,458 miles
    Test number
    513661680206

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Fail69,458 miles (+4,986)1 dangerous1 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,458 miles
    Test number
    892641195689
    • DangerousParking brake efficiency less than 50% of the required value (1.4.2 (a) (ii))
    • MajorExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content excessive (8.2.1.2 (b))

  3. Pass64,472 miles2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2024
    Odometer
    64,472 miles
    Test number
    969299530037
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Fail64,471 miles (+7,599)1 major2 repaired3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    64,471 miles
    Test number
    470567743544
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  5. Pass56,872 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2023
    Odometer
    56,872 miles
    Test number
    876140926166
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective

  6. Fail56,871 miles (+16,107)2 dangerous4 major1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    56,871 miles
    Test number
    114294657065
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorEmissions not tested exhaust blow /eml light on lambda sensor (8.2.1.2 (d))
    • MajorFront Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • MinorFront Headlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Inner tyre uneven wear
    • AdvisorySpare tyre defective

  7. Pass40,764 miles (+1)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2022
    Odometer
    40,764 miles
    Test number
    552328577046
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge both wheels (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

  8. Fail40,763 miles (+9,465)5 major3 minor6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,763 miles
    Test number
    125379006850
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim not tested (4.1.2 (b))
    • MajorHeadlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases flexi and rear pipe (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge edge both wheels (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner wheel arch cover insecure
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Outer Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  9. Pass31,298 miles (+140)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Apr 2021
    Odometer
    31,298 miles
    Test number
    298805508803
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all four (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Inner Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing and outer edge cracking (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged outer casing missing (7.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust corroded

  10. Pass31,158 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2020
    Odometer
    31,158 miles
    Test number
    426382748550
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all four (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged casing missing (7.1.2 (b) (i))

  11. Fail31,157 miles (+741)5 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    31,157 miles
    Test number
    498382994338
    • MajorFront Direction indicator incorrect colour both (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt clip missing (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp insecure (4.1.1 (c))
    • MajorRear Registration plate does not conform to the specified requirements (0.1 (d))
    • MajorService brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCoil spring corroded all four (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged casing missing (7.1.2 (b) (i))

  12. Pass30,416 miles (+9,496)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2019
    Odometer
    30,416 miles
    Test number
    250509432679
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  13. Pass20,920 miles
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2018
    Odometer
    20,920 miles
    Test number
    702701593246

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail20,920 miles (+5,446)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,920 miles
    Test number
    871044088068
    • FailureOffside Front Brake pipe excessively damaged (3.6.B.2c)

  15. Pass15,474 miles (+684)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2017
    Odometer
    15,474 miles
    Test number
    678702510091
    • AdvisoryChild Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt
    • AdvisoryFront suspension corroded

  16. Pass14,790 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2016
    Odometer
    14,790 miles
    Test number
    256770085402
    • NoteN/s/r tyre cracked but not showing cords

  17. Fail14,790 miles (+1,334)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    14,790 miles
    Test number
    346480885187
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter insecure to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a)
    • NoteN/s/r tyre cracked but not showing cords

  18. Pass13,456 miles (+50)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    6 Jul 2015
    Odometer
    13,456 miles
    Test number
    158998084158
    • AdvisoryInner Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  19. Pass13,406 miles
    MOT expiry
    22 Feb 2011
    Odometer
    13,406 miles
    Test number
    923214350012

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y257 EUD

Does Y257 EUD currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y257 EUD expired on 1 Jun 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y257 EUD?
The MOT on Y257 EUD expired on 1 Jun 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y257 EUD done?
Y257 EUD was recorded at 69,458 miles at its MOT on 2 Jun 2025, an average of 3,670 miles a year.
Has Y257 EUD ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y257 EUD has failed 7 of its 19 MOT tests, most recently on 29 May 2025.
Has the mileage on Y257 EUD 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 Y257 EUD find?
Y257 EUD passed its latest MOT on 2 Jun 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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