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Volkswagen Lupo

Red · Petrol · 2001 · 1,390 cc

Y296 FFRMOT history

Y296 FFR is a red petrol Volkswagen Lupo first used on 24 Apr 2001. Its MOT is valid until 9 Apr 2027 and it has passed 20 of 25 MOT tests, with 70,474 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Apr 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 9 Apr 2027
Mileage
70,474 mi
At MOT on 10 Apr 2026
MOT tests
25
20 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,743 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y296 FFR
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Lupo
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
24 Apr 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 9 Apr 2027
Latest MOT test
10 Apr 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y296 FFR was last recorded at 70,474 miles on 10 Apr 2026, 4 miles more than at the previous MOT on 11 Mar 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
70,470 miles · 11 Mar 2026
Between the last two tests
4 miles
Average per year
2,743 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 70,474 miles
  • 2025 – 68,283 miles
  • 2024 – 63,178 miles
  • 2023 – 57,654 miles
  • 2021 – 53,611 miles
  • 2019 – 44,447 miles
  • 2018 – 35,552 miles
  • 2017 – 30,652 miles
  • 2016 – 26,117 miles
  • 2015 – 25,350 miles
  • 2014 – 25,073 miles
  • 2013 – 24,420 miles
  • 2012 – 22,624 miles
  • 2011 – 22,040 miles
  • 2010 – 21,124 miles
  • 2009 – 20,233 miles
  • 2008 – 19,247 miles
  • 2007 – 17,365 miles
  • 2006 – 15,634 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass70,474 miles
  • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
  • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))Recorded at 4 MOTs since 2025
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
  • AdvisoryRear axle slight corrosion
  • AdvisoryEml on
  • AdvisoryOil leak engine

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.

  • Mil on

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2025–2026

  • Rear axel corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2025–2026

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

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2021–2024

  • Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2019–2024

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass70,474 miles (+4)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    9 Apr 2027
    Odometer
    70,474 miles
    Test number
    901997737686
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axle slight corrosion
    • AdvisoryEml on
    • AdvisoryOil leak engine

  2. Fail70,470 miles (+2,187)3 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    70,470 miles
    Test number
    739311777113
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake lagging in operation (1.2.1 (d))
    • MajorRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorSide repeater not working both sides (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, but not excessively both sides (1.1.14 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryMil on
    • AdvisoryOffside Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear axel corroded

  3. Pass68,283 miles (+5)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2026
    Odometer
    68,283 miles
    Test number
    910085192241
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryMIL on
    • AdvisoryRear axel corroded

  4. Fail68,278 miles (+5,100)3 major1 minor5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    68,278 miles
    Test number
    522030957768
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorFront Position lamp not working both side lights (4.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MinorBattery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront both brakes binding
    • AdvisoryMIL on
    • AdvisoryRear axel corroded
    • AdvisoryOil level on minimum

  5. Pass63,178 miles (+5,524)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    5 Mar 2025
    Odometer
    63,178 miles
    Test number
    823633598139
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread reg plate cracked (0.1 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame 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 Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Suspension component corroded but not seriously weakened axle corroded (5.3.3 (b) (i))

  6. Pass57,654 miles (+4,043)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2024
    Odometer
    57,654 miles
    Test number
    433998956174
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases slight blow at rear clamp (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Service brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass53,611 miles (+3,001)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2023
    Odometer
    53,611 miles
    Test number
    237702121135
    • AdvisoryFront Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened discs (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  8. Pass50,610 miles (+6,163)
    MOT expiry
    7 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    50,610 miles
    Test number
    109331756894

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  9. Pass44,447 miles (+8,895)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    44,447 miles
    Test number
    803142468529
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront wipers smearing the screen
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust section corroded

  10. Pass35,552 miles (+4,900)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2019
    Odometer
    35,552 miles
    Test number
    831820120717
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass30,652 miles (+4,535)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Jun 2018
    Odometer
    30,652 miles
    Test number
    103943605562
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

  12. Pass26,117 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2017
    Odometer
    26,117 miles
    Test number
    504724656157

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Fail26,117 miles (+767)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    26,117 miles
    Test number
    556342253654
    • FailureRear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

  14. Pass25,350 miles (+277)
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2016
    Odometer
    25,350 miles
    Test number
    556737315181

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  15. Pass25,073 miles (+653)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    25,073 miles
    Test number
    758976304162

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  16. Pass24,420 miles1 note
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2014
    Odometer
    24,420 miles
    Test number
    169996803193
    • NoteNearside front tyrewall perished

  17. Fail24,420 miles (+1,796)1 failure1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    24,420 miles
    Test number
    578246603111
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteNearside front tyrewall perished

  18. Pass22,624 miles (+584)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2013
    Odometer
    22,624 miles
    Test number
    389972302155

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass22,040 miles (+916)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2012
    Odometer
    22,040 miles
    Test number
    546044001123

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass21,124 miles (+891)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2011
    Odometer
    21,124 miles
    Test number
    862334400105

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  21. Pass20,233 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2010
    Odometer
    20,233 miles
    Test number
    971038279064

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Fail20,233 miles (+986)1 failure
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    20,233 miles
    Test number
    620237679000
    • FailureRegistration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

  23. Pass19,247 miles (+1,882)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2009
    Odometer
    19,247 miles
    Test number
    201027708160

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass17,365 miles (+1,731)
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2008
    Odometer
    17,365 miles
    Test number
    842618307195

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass15,634 miles
    MOT expiry
    18 Apr 2007
    Odometer
    15,634 miles
    Test number
    442423406184

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y296 FFR

Does Y296 FFR currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y296 FFR is valid until 9 Apr 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y296 FFR?
The MOT on Y296 FFR is valid until 9 Apr 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y296 FFR done?
Y296 FFR was recorded at 70,474 miles at its MOT on 10 Apr 2026, an average of 2,743 miles a year.
Has Y296 FFR ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y296 FFR has failed 5 of its 25 MOT tests, most recently on 11 Mar 2026.
Has the mileage on Y296 FFR 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 Y296 FFR find?
Y296 FFR passed its latest MOT on 10 Apr 2026 with 6 advisories: front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened; front registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread; offside front track rod end ball joint has slight play, and 3 more.

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