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Volkswagen Lupo

Black · Petrol · 2001 · 999 cc

Y257 MJOMOT history

Y257 MJO is a black petrol Volkswagen Lupo first used on 1 Jun 2001. Its MOT expired on 25 Mar 2026 and it has passed 20 of 31 MOT tests, with 73,565 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 24 Mar 2026.

MOT
Expired
On 25 Mar 2026
Mileage
73,565 mi
At MOT on 24 Mar 2026
MOT tests
31
20 passed · 11 failed
Per year
2,705 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y257 MJO
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Lupo
Colour
Black
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
999 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 25 Mar 2026
Latest MOT test
24 Mar 2026 (Fail)

Mileage history

Y257 MJO was last recorded at 73,565 miles on 24 Mar 2026, 6,172 miles more than at the previous MOT on 27 Feb 2025.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
67,393 miles · 27 Feb 2025
Between the last two tests
6,172 miles
Average per year
2,705 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 73,565 miles
  • 2025 – 67,393 miles
  • 2024 – 62,705 miles
  • 2023 – 57,916 miles
  • 2022 – 53,665 miles
  • 2021 – 47,597 miles
  • 2020 – 42,628 miles
  • 2019 – 41,011 miles
  • 2018 – 39,678 miles
  • 2017 – 39,101 miles
  • 2016 – 37,684 miles
  • 2015 – 35,751 miles
  • 2014 – 34,542 miles
  • 2013 – 34,033 miles
  • 2012 – 32,191 miles
  • 2011 – 29,900 miles
  • 2010 – 28,126 miles
  • 2009 – 26,139 miles
  • 2008 – 24,260 miles
  • 2007 – 23,261 miles
  • 2006 – 19,876 miles

What the latest MOT found

Fail73,565 miles
  • 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))
  • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
  • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2025
  • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
  • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
  • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2024
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2022
  • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 3 MOTs since 2023

What MOT failures 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.

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023–2025

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2025

  • Brake load sensing valve seized but ABS functioning

    Major2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2018

Full MOT history

31 tests since 19 May 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Fail73,565 miles (+6,172)3 dangerous3 major2 minor11 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,565 miles
    Test number
    535026262203
    • 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))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  2. Pass67,393 miles1 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    67,393 miles
    Test number
    418913886095
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • 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 Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Fail67,393 miles (+4,688)2 major3 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    67,393 miles
    Test number
    586836672429
    • MajorHorn not working (7.7 (a))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • MinorNearside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • 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 Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Axle swivel pins and bushes swivel pin and/or bush slightly worn (5.1.2 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Lower Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  4. Pass62,705 miles1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    62,705 miles
    Test number
    642922891199
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  5. Fail62,705 miles (+4,789)3 major1 minor7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    62,705 miles
    Test number
    864853942265
    • MajorBrake load sensing valve seized but ABS functioning (1.1.17 (c) (i))
    • MajorHeadlamp lens seriously defective both side so dirty and deteriorated reducing light output (4.1.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MinorNearside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  6. Pass57,916 miles (+4,251)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2024
    Odometer
    57,916 miles
    Test number
    211224775221
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  7. Pass53,665 miles (+6,068)1 minor3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2023
    Odometer
    53,665 miles
    Test number
    371774888245
    • MinorHeadlamp lens slightly defective both (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass47,597 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2022
    Odometer
    47,597 miles
    Test number
    647340724104
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  9. Fail47,597 miles (+4,969)5 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    47,597 miles
    Test number
    530587007535
    • MajorBrake load sensing valve seized but ABS functioning (1.1.17 (c) (i))
    • MajorFront Service brake excessively fluctuating (1.2.1 (e))
    • MajorNearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryHeadlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded both (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  10. Pass42,628 miles (+1,617)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2021
    Odometer
    42,628 miles
    Test number
    505343930882
    • AdvisoryBoth headlamps deteriorated
    • AdvisorySlight oil leak from engine

  11. Pass41,011 miles (+1,333)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2020
    Odometer
    41,011 miles
    Test number
    727159599422
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear tyre perishing on outer wall

  12. Pass39,678 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2019
    Odometer
    39,678 miles
    Test number
    537125595482

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail39,678 miles (+577)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,678 miles
    Test number
    732280868198
    • FailureNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureNearside Rear Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • FailureOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  14. Pass39,101 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2018
    Odometer
    39,101 miles
    Test number
    837408246839

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Fail39,101 miles (+1,417)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    39,101 miles
    Test number
    680544215126
    • Repaired at testCentral Stop lamp has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.2.1b)

  16. Pass37,684 miles (+1,933)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2017
    Odometer
    37,684 miles
    Test number
    503227981227

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Pass35,751 miles (+1,209)1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2016
    Odometer
    35,751 miles
    Test number
    748993665065
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteNail in offside rear tyre
    • NoteSlight roughness on nearside rear wheel bearing

  18. Pass34,542 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2015
    Odometer
    34,542 miles
    Test number
    197324174088
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

  19. Fail34,541 miles (+508)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    34,541 miles
    Test number
    236414174051
    • FailureBrakes imbalanced across an axle (3.7.B.5b)
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Service brake: service brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.7)
    • AdvisoryWindscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)
    • NoteEngine malfunction indicates fault/s

  20. Pass34,033 miles (+1,842)
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    34,033 miles
    Test number
    167037873477

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass32,191 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    32,191 miles
    Test number
    408066482033

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail32,191 miles (+2,291)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    32,191 miles
    Test number
    389436482001
    • FailureEmissions not tested (7.0)
    • FailureOffside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

  23. Pass29,900 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    29,900 miles
    Test number
    986194681008

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail29,900 miles (+1,774)2 dangerous2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    29,900 miles
    Test number
    769504181023
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Direction indicators incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)
    • FailureNearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  25. Pass28,126 miles
    MOT expiry
    25 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    28,126 miles
    Test number
    500065680091

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Fail28,126 miles (+1,987)1 dangerous1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,126 miles
    Test number
    233925780016
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureFront Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

  27. Fail26,139 miles1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,139 miles
    Test number
    162827379405
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

  28. Pass26,139 miles (+1,879)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    26,139 miles
    Test number
    433817379010

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass24,260 miles (+999)
    MOT expiry
    19 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    24,260 miles
    Test number
    893360088081

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass23,261 miles (+3,385)
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2008
    Odometer
    23,261 miles
    Test number
    230770137491

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  31. Pass19,876 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 May 2007
    Odometer
    19,876 miles
    Test number
    593319236120

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y257 MJO

Does Y257 MJO currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on Y257 MJO expired on 25 Mar 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on Y257 MJO?
The MOT on Y257 MJO expired on 25 Mar 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has Y257 MJO done?
Y257 MJO was recorded at 73,565 miles at its MOT on 24 Mar 2026, an average of 2,705 miles a year.
Has Y257 MJO ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y257 MJO has failed 11 of its 31 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on Y257 MJO 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 MJO find?
Y257 MJO failed its latest MOT on 24 Mar 2026 with 3 dangerous defects, 3 major defects, 2 minor defects and 11 advisories: nearside front tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; offside front tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm; offside rear tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure, and 16 more.

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