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Volkswagen Lupo

White · Petrol · 2001 · 1,390 cc

Y881 AECMOT history

Y881 AEC is a white petrol Volkswagen Lupo first used on 26 Mar 2001. Its MOT is valid until 12 Feb 2027 and it has passed 21 of 30 MOT tests, with 119,940 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 5 Feb 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 12 Feb 2027
Mileage
119,940 mi
At MOT on 5 Feb 2026
MOT tests
30
21 passed · 9 failed
Per year
5,041 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
Y881 AEC
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Lupo
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
26 Mar 2001
MOT status
MOT valid until 12 Feb 2027
Latest MOT test
5 Feb 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

Y881 AEC was last recorded at 119,940 miles on 5 Feb 2026, 24 miles more than at the previous MOT on 4 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
119,916 miles · 4 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
24 miles
Average per year
5,041 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 119,940 miles
  • 2025 – 105,058 miles
  • 2024 – 93,379 miles
  • 2023 – 87,187 miles
  • 2022 – 83,549 miles
  • 2021 – 81,271 miles
  • 2020 – 79,728 miles
  • 2019 – 70,507 miles
  • 2018 – 63,466 miles
  • 2017 – 55,265 miles
  • 2016 – 52,164 miles
  • 2015 – 44,175 miles
  • 2014 – 33,442 miles
  • 2013 – 30,931 miles
  • 2012 – 30,100 miles
  • 2011 – 28,594 miles
  • 2010 – 27,201 miles
  • 2009 – 25,688 miles
  • 2008 – 23,598 miles
  • 2007 – 21,754 miles
  • 2006 – 19,664 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass119,940 miles
  • AdvisoryEML Light on dash (pre 2003)
  • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output Both front (4.1.4 (b))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryFront Items removed from driver's view prior to testRecorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Perished/cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Perished/cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2026
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 5 MOTs since 2019

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 Coil spring corroded

    Advisory4 MOTs, 2020–2024

  • Offside Rear Coil spring corroded

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2019–2020

  • EML on date of first use before 01/07/03

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

  • Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2025

Full MOT history

30 tests since 17 Mar 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass119,940 miles (+24)8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2027
    Odometer
    119,940 miles
    Test number
    877399526390
    • AdvisoryEML Light on dash (pre 2003)
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output Both front (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Items removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Perished/cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Perished/cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail119,916 miles (+14,858)3 dangerous2 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    119,916 miles
    Test number
    225134339545
    • DangerousNearside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Cords coming through (5.2.3 (e))
    • DangerousNearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Out of shape (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Front Inner Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm Cords coming through (5.2.3 (e))
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorNearside Direction indicator not working Repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryFront Headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output Both front (4.1.4 (b))
    • AdvisoryFront Items removed from driver's view prior to test
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Perished/cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Play in steering rack inner joint(s)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated Perished/cracking (1.1.12 (b) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  3. Pass105,058 miles (+13)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Feb 2026
    Odometer
    105,058 miles
    Test number
    151024389195
    • AdvisoryEML on date of first use before 01/07/03
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  4. Fail105,045 miles (+11,666)2 major6 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    105,045 miles
    Test number
    645705262674
    • MajorExhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))
    • MajorNearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryEML on date of first use before 01/07/03
    • AdvisoryExhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output (4.1.4 (b))

  5. Pass93,379 miles1 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2025
    Odometer
    93,379 miles
    Test number
    651233708238
    • MinorFront Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryEML ON
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded BOTH (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  6. Fail93,379 miles (+6,192)1 dangerous3 major2 minor13 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,379 miles
    Test number
    524219371833
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • MajorCentral Lower Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Front Windscreen excessively tinted but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (b) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Front Lower Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryCentral Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryEML ON
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryRear Coil spring corroded BOTH (5.3.1 (b) (i))

  7. Pass87,187 miles (+3,638)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2024
    Odometer
    87,187 miles
    Test number
    744926586216
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  8. Pass83,549 miles (+2,278)1 minor4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2023
    Odometer
    83,549 miles
    Test number
    952969946704
    • MinorNearside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage 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))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryUndercarriage slightly corroded

  9. Pass81,271 miles (+1,543)2 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2022
    Odometer
    81,271 miles
    Test number
    984827751164
    • MinorNearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  10. Pass79,728 miles (+3)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2021
    Odometer
    79,728 miles
    Test number
    405845607999
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  11. Fail79,725 miles (+9,218)3 major4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    79,725 miles
    Test number
    689519313061
    • MajorOil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorRegistration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))
    • MajorWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  12. Pass70,507 miles (+7,041)4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2020
    Odometer
    70,507 miles
    Test number
    298080368486
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryRear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

  13. Pass63,466 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Feb 2019
    Odometer
    63,466 miles
    Test number
    250975417398

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail63,466 miles (+8,201)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    63,466 miles
    Test number
    192712578134
    • Repaired at testWindscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

  15. Pass55,265 miles (+22)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    7 Feb 2018
    Odometer
    55,265 miles
    Test number
    880720776416
    • AdvisoryRear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides show low reading and some fluctuation. recommend further investigation. (3.7.B.3)

  16. Fail55,243 miles (+3,079)2 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,243 miles
    Test number
    151073339644
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits Constant lowest reading of 1.10 still too high (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureRear registration plate insecure Shows damage to R/H end of plate (6.3.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively both sides show low reading and some fluctuation. recommend further investigation. (3.7.B.3)

  17. Pass52,164 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    25 Apr 2017
    Odometer
    52,164 miles
    Test number
    396880469964
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryO/s front tyre edge run off

  18. Fail52,164 miles (+7,989)2 failures5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    52,164 miles
    Test number
    484155603455
    • FailureNearside Rear coil spring broken (2.4.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Steering rack gaiter split (2.2.D.2d)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • AdvisoryO/s front tyre edge run off

  19. Pass44,175 miles (+10,733)
    MOT expiry
    26 May 2016
    Odometer
    44,175 miles
    Test number
    509257845126

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  20. Pass33,442 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    13 Apr 2015
    Odometer
    33,442 miles
    Test number
    255534804484
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  21. Fail33,442 miles (+2,511)1 failure3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,442 miles
    Test number
    557294604189
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre not fitted in accordance with side wall instructions (4.1.D.1f)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

  22. Pass30,931 miles (+831)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2014
    Odometer
    30,931 miles
    Test number
    318554963013
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

  23. Pass30,100 miles (+1,506)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2013
    Odometer
    30,100 miles
    Test number
    369234272028

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Pass28,594 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2012
    Odometer
    28,594 miles
    Test number
    279289061000
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  25. Fail28,594 miles (+1,393)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    28,594 miles
    Test number
    189119761405
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  26. Pass27,201 miles (+1,513)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2011
    Odometer
    27,201 miles
    Test number
    951503960095
    • AdvisoryDirection indicators slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)
    • AdvisoryExhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

  27. Pass25,688 miles (+2,090)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2010
    Odometer
    25,688 miles
    Test number
    422552579045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Pass23,598 miles (+1,844)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2009
    Odometer
    23,598 miles
    Test number
    904120978073

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  29. Pass21,754 miles (+2,090)
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2008
    Odometer
    21,754 miles
    Test number
    804048167031

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  30. Pass19,664 miles1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    16 Mar 2007
    Odometer
    19,664 miles
    Test number
    300196276015
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Bonded suspension unit deteriorated but can function as intended (2.4.F.3)

Questions about Y881 AEC

Does Y881 AEC currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on Y881 AEC is valid until 12 Feb 2027.
When is the MOT due on Y881 AEC?
The MOT on Y881 AEC is valid until 12 Feb 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has Y881 AEC done?
Y881 AEC was recorded at 119,940 miles at its MOT on 5 Feb 2026, an average of 5,041 miles a year.
Has Y881 AEC ever failed its MOT?
Yes. Y881 AEC has failed 9 of its 30 MOT tests, most recently on 4 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on Y881 AEC 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 Y881 AEC find?
Y881 AEC passed its latest MOT on 5 Feb 2026 with 8 advisories: eml light on dash (pre 2003); front headlamp has a product on the light source but not seriously reducing light output both front; front items removed from driver's view prior to test, and 5 more.

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