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Volkswagen Lupo

Red · Petrol · 2001 · 1,390 cc

Y872 XFLMOT history

Y872 XFL is a red petrol Volkswagen Lupo first used on 29 Jun 2001. Its MOT is valid until 22 Dec 2026 and it has passed 20 of 28 MOT tests, with 89,595 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 10 Dec 2025.

MOT
Valid
Until 22 Dec 2026
Mileage
89,595 mi
At MOT on 10 Dec 2025
MOT tests
28
20 passed · 8 failed
Per year
3,927 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y872 XFL
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
29 Jun 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 22 Dec 2026
Latest MOT test
10 Dec 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y872 XFL was last recorded at 89,595 miles on 10 Dec 2025, 2,381 miles more than at the previous MOT on 3 Dec 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
87,214 miles · 3 Dec 2024
Between the last two tests
2,381 miles
Average per year
3,927 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 89,595 miles
  • 2024 – 87,214 miles
  • 2023 – 82,909 miles
  • 2022 – 80,570 miles
  • 2021 – 79,502 miles
  • 2020 – 76,934 miles
  • 2019 – 74,821 miles
  • 2018 – 73,529 miles
  • 2017 – 69,608 miles
  • 2016 – 68,395 miles
  • 2015 – 66,575 miles
  • 2014 – 65,035 miles
  • 2013 – 60,121 miles
  • 2012 – 54,645 miles
  • 2011 – 49,558 miles
  • 2010 – 43,074 miles
  • 2009 – 35,507 miles
  • 2008 – 26,842 miles
  • 2007 – 22,199 miles
  • 2006 – 13,202 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass89,595 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.

  • Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Nearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

  • Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018–2020

  • Rear shock-absorber bump stops deteriorated

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016–2017

  • Nearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

  • Offside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2014–2015

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass89,595 miles (+2,381)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2026
    Odometer
    89,595 miles
    Test number
    922048522749

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass87,214 miles (+4,305)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2025
    Odometer
    87,214 miles
    Test number
    858262072042

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass82,909 miles (+2,339)
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2024
    Odometer
    82,909 miles
    Test number
    504369516461

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass80,570 miles (+1)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2023
    Odometer
    80,570 miles
    Test number
    902526236746
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  5. Fail80,569 miles (+1,067)2 major2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    80,569 miles
    Test number
    602858525375
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorExhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

  6. Pass79,502 miles (+2,568)1 minor12 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2022
    Odometer
    79,502 miles
    Test number
    392528259690
    • MinorNearside Front Headlamp lens slightly defective (4.1.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs corroded on inner surfaces
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive engine oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive gearbox oil (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear shock-absorber bump stops not secured (fallen down)
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion in front sub-frame,rear axle, spring mounting points & rear coil springs

  7. Pass76,934 miles (+2,113)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2021
    Odometer
    76,934 miles
    Test number
    961616724080
    • AdvisoryBoth rear bump stops perished
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material All covered in grease (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule Both (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Number plate damaged
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion to front subframe

  8. Pass74,821 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    22 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    74,821 miles
    Test number
    649245463625
    • AdvisoryO/s/r + n/s/r bump stops deteriorated
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion in front brake hose ferrules
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion in front subframe
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion in rear metal brake pipes and front to rear brake pipes

  9. Fail74,821 miles (+1,292)2 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    74,821 miles
    Test number
    740796384268
    • Repaired at testNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryO/s/r + n/s/r bump stops deteriorated
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion in front brake hose ferrules
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion in front subframe
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion in rear metal brake pipes and front to rear brake pipes

  10. Pass73,529 miles (+3,921)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    73,529 miles
    Test number
    152665771512
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear bump stops deteriorated

  11. Pass69,608 miles6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2018
    Odometer
    69,608 miles
    Test number
    462544257025
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded all rear pipes (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre joint & rear joint (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak slight leak from sump
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryRear shock-absorber bump stops deteriorated
    • AdvisorySlight gearbox oil leak

  12. Fail69,608 miles (+1,213)1 repaired6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,608 miles
    Test number
    279344511774
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Mechanical brake component has restricted free movement (3.5.1k)
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe slightly corroded all rear pipes (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases centre joint & rear joint (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryOil leak slight leak from sump
    • AdvisoryRear exhaust slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryRear shock-absorber bump stops deteriorated
    • AdvisorySlight gearbox oil leak

  13. Pass68,395 miles (+1,820)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    19 Dec 2017
    Odometer
    68,395 miles
    Test number
    893808582270
    • AdvisoryRear shock-absorber bump stops deteriorated
    • AdvisorySlight engine oil leak
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion in all metal brake pipes

  14. Pass66,575 miles (+1,540)6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    66,575 miles
    Test number
    442766833625
    • AdvisoryCentre Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryFront brake discs slightly corroded
    • AdvisoryFront tyres worn on inner edges
    • AdvisorySurface corrosion in front & rear metal brake pipes

  15. Pass65,035 miles3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    7 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    65,035 miles
    Test number
    455372714338
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteFront brake discs pitted on inside surface
    • NoteSurface corrosion in front & rear metal brake pipes

  16. Fail65,035 miles (+4,914)1 repaired3 advisories2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    65,035 miles
    Test number
    555562014340
    • Repaired at testFront Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrules (3.6.B.4e)
    • NoteFront brake discs pitted on inside surface
    • NoteSurface corrosion in front & rear metal brake pipes

  17. Pass60,121 miles (+5,476)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    60,121 miles
    Test number
    925029983287

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Pass54,645 miles (+5,087)
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    54,645 miles
    Test number
    959217502338

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Pass49,558 miles3 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    49,558 miles
    Test number
    947250591237
    • NoteFront number plate damaged
    • NoteRear silencer poor
    • NoteSlight oil staining on sump

  20. Fail49,558 miles (+6,484)2 failures8 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    49,558 miles
    Test number
    459778681230
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureNearside Rear Tyre has a lump, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • NoteBoth front brakes slightly binding
    • NoteBoth front lower arm rear bushes poor
    • NoteBoth rear tyres perishing and cracked
    • NoteFront brake disk and pads worn low and poor condition
    • NoteFront number plate damaged
    • NoteO/s/r tyre stepping on inner edge
    • NoteRear silencer poor
    • NoteSlight oil staining on sump

  21. Pass43,074 miles (+7,567)2 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2011
    Odometer
    43,074 miles
    Test number
    772649780286
    • NoteNearside rear tyre distorted slightly on inner edge,
    • NoteRear silencer heavily corroded,

  22. Pass35,507 miles7 notes
    MOT expiry
    3 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    35,507 miles
    Test number
    421368409494
    • NoteBoth rear tyres perished and stepping on inner edges
    • NoteFront brake disks appear worn
    • NoteFront brake pads appear low
    • NoteFront brakes slightly binding
    • NoteFront end impact damage
    • NoteFront tyres worn on inner edges (tracking check)
    • NoteService light on

  23. Fail35,507 miles (+8,665)4 failures13 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    35,507 miles
    Test number
    363249099469
    • FailureOffside Front Direction indicator incomplete (1.5.A1b)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • FailureOffside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)
    • FailureWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • NoteBoth front lower arm rear bushes starting to detatch
    • NoteBoth rear tyres perished and stepping on inner edges
    • NoteCentre silencer baffles loose
    • NoteFront brake disks appear worn
    • NoteFront brake pads appear low
    • NoteFront brakes slightly binding
    • NoteFront end impact damage
    • NoteFront tyres worn on inner edges (tracking check)
    • NoteN/s/f indicator slight white light
    • NoteOil staining on sump
    • NotePlay in clutch pedal (possiable cable adjustment)
    • NoteRear silencer in poor condition
    • NoteService light on

  24. Pass26,842 miles (+4,643)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    26,842 miles
    Test number
    184121708352
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  25. Fail22,199 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    22,199 miles
    Test number
    143342307319
    • Repaired at testOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a)

  26. Pass22,199 miles (+259)
    MOT expiry
    28 Oct 2008
    Odometer
    22,199 miles
    Test number
    511182007368

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Fail21,940 miles (+8,738)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    21,940 miles
    Test number
    764298477271
    • FailureOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)
    • FailureOffside Seat belt has a cut which has significantly weakened the webbing (5.2.2a)

  28. Pass13,202 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    13,202 miles
    Test number
    964279576124

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about Y872 XFL

Does Y872 XFL currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y872 XFL is valid until 22 Dec 2026.
When is the MOT due on Y872 XFL?
The MOT on Y872 XFL is valid until 22 Dec 2026. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y872 XFL done?
Y872 XFL was recorded at 89,595 miles at its MOT on 10 Dec 2025, an average of 3,927 miles a year.
Has Y872 XFL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y872 XFL has failed 8 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 24 Nov 2022.
Has the mileage on Y872 XFL 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 Y872 XFL find?
Y872 XFL passed its latest MOT on 10 Dec 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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