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Volkswagen Lupo

Silver · Petrol · 2003 · 1,598 cc

LS03 LXWMOT history

LS03 LXW is a silver petrol Volkswagen Lupo first used on 2 Jun 2003. Its MOT is valid until 16 Jun 2027 and it has passed 17 of 28 MOT tests, with 167,295 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 17 Jun 2026.

MOT
Valid
Until 16 Jun 2027
Mileage
167,295 mi
At MOT on 17 Jun 2026
MOT tests
28
17 passed · 11 failed
Per year
7,597 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
LS03 LXW
Registration format
Current format (from 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Lupo
Colour
Silver
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,598 cc
Year of manufacture
2003
First used
2 Jun 2003
MOT status
MOT valid until 16 Jun 2027
Latest MOT test
17 Jun 2026 (Pass)

Mileage history

LS03 LXW was last recorded at 167,295 miles on 17 Jun 2026, 6 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Feb 2026.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
167,289 miles · 2 Feb 2026
Between the last two tests
6 miles
Average per year
7,597 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2026 – 167,295 miles
  • 2023 – 159,106 miles
  • 2022 – 148,736 miles
  • 2019 – 144,186 miles
  • 2018 – 126,926 miles
  • 2016 – 126,023 miles
  • 2015 – 116,895 miles
  • 2014 – 103,938 miles
  • 2013 – 93,748 miles
  • 2012 – 78,325 miles
  • 2011 – 66,209 miles
  • 2009 – 47,732 miles
  • 2008 – 37,689 miles
  • 2007 – 24,342 miles
  • 2006 – 17,062 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass167,295 miles
  • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

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.

  • Offside Front Service brake excessively binding

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2026

  • Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources

    Minor2 MOTs, 2023

  • Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2023

  • Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material FRONT TO OFFSIDE REAR

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2018

  • Rear Brake pipe slightly corroded both (3.6.B.2c)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2016

  • Centre Exhaust system not adequately supported

    Failure2 MOTs, 2011–2013

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass167,295 miles (+6)1 minor
    MOT expiry
    16 Jun 2027
    Odometer
    167,295 miles
    Test number
    891784158377
    • MinorOffside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

  2. Fail167,289 miles (+8,183)2 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    167,289 miles
    Test number
    636888484021
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear , at rear flexy (1.1.11 (c))

  3. Pass159,106 miles (+187)1 minor2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2024
    Odometer
    159,106 miles
    Test number
    540526481292
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge wear on edges (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

  4. Fail158,919 miles (+10,183)7 major1 minor14 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    158,919 miles
    Test number
    779338440137
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded FRONT TO OFFSIDE REAR (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorDriver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen significantly affected by an obstruction WINDOW BANNER (3.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MinorOffside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryFront Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake hose has slight corrosion to ferrule (1.1.12 (f) (i))
    • 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 2.4 mm (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Plastic sheathing swollen (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • 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 Plastic sheathing swollen (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))
    • AdvisoryOffside front wheel slightly tight to turn not excessive
    • AdvisoryOil just above the minimum

  5. Pass148,736 miles3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    26 Apr 2023
    Odometer
    148,736 miles
    Test number
    670353692353
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive subframe heavily corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipe has corrosion (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryAll four discs showing signs of corrosion

  6. Fail148,735 miles (+4,549)2 major3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    148,735 miles
    Test number
    483923273232
    • MajorOffside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorOffside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryFront Subframe mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive subframe heavily corroded (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material pipe has corrosion (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryAll four discs showing signs of corrosion

  7. Pass144,186 miles1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2020
    Odometer
    144,186 miles
    Test number
    946664662276
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective Wipers start to smear slightly (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Various (1.1.11 (c))

  8. Fail144,186 miles (+17,260)2 major1 minor1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    144,186 miles
    Test number
    209153300508
    • MajorAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension component mounting prescribed area is inadequately repaired Chassis leg (5.3.6 (a) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen wiper blade defective Wipers start to smear slightly (3.4 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material Various (1.1.11 (c))

  9. Pass126,926 miles (+19)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    20 Dec 2019
    Odometer
    126,926 miles
    Test number
    156549881630
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material BOTH REAR BRAKE PIPES / FLEXY HOSES (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material FRONT TO OFFSIDE REAR (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside front tyre has 2 mm of tread left and wearing on edges
    • AdvisoryNearside rear tyre tread cracked
    • AdvisoryOffside rear tyre tread cracked / wearing on edges

  10. Fail126,907 miles (+884)1 dangerous10 major7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,907 miles
    Test number
    683862021857
    • DangerousOffside Front Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j))
    • MajorBrake performance not tested NEARSIDE FRONT BRAKE BINDING (1.2.1 (g))
    • MajorBrake pipe excessively corroded FRONT TO NEARSIDE REAR (1.1.11 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp LIGHT FLICKERING (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorNearside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))
    • MajorNearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Position lamp adversely affected by the operation of another lamp LIGHT FLICKERING (4.2.3 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryBrake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened FRONT AND REAR (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material FRONT TO OFFSIDE REAR (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 2 mm WEARING ON EDGES (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

  11. Pass126,023 miles (+2)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2017
    Odometer
    126,023 miles
    Test number
    964723238105
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded both (3.6.B.2c)

  12. Fail126,021 miles (+9,126)4 failures1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    126,021 miles
    Test number
    496107540941
    • FailureFuel system component leaking filter (7.2.3)
    • FailureOffside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • FailureRear Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Brake pipe slightly corroded both (3.6.B.2c)

  13. Pass116,895 miles (+10)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2016
    Odometer
    116,895 miles
    Test number
    627816776631

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  14. Fail116,885 miles (+12,947)3 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    116,885 miles
    Test number
    986022572728
    • FailureNearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)
    • FailureOffside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)
    • FailureOffside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

  15. Pass103,938 miles1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2015
    Odometer
    103,938 miles
    Test number
    855942724329
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteEML on
    • NoteOffside rear brake shows signs of overheating
    • NoteSlight bind offside rear brake

  16. Fail103,938 miles (+10,190)5 failures1 advisory3 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    103,938 miles
    Test number
    388942824349
    • FailureAnti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureNearside Rear position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • FailureOffside Front constant velocity joint gaiter damaged to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • FailureOffside front brake excessively fluctuating (3.7.B.3)
    • AdvisoryNearside Brake pipe slightly corroded (3.6.B.2c)
    • NoteEML on
    • NoteOffside rear brake shows signs of overheating
    • NoteSlight bind offside rear brake

  17. Pass93,748 miles (+43)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2014
    Odometer
    93,748 miles
    Test number
    808857213374

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  18. Fail93,705 miles (+15,380)2 failures1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    93,705 miles
    Test number
    369616313323
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureNearside Front Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)
    • NoteEML ON

  19. Pass78,325 miles (+12,116)1 note
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2013
    Odometer
    78,325 miles
    Test number
    486686522469
    • NoteN/s wiper blade

  20. Fail66,209 miles2 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    66,209 miles
    Test number
    127207321313
    • Repaired at testHorn not working (1.6.2a)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

  21. Pass66,209 miles (+10,960)
    MOT expiry
    22 Nov 2012
    Odometer
    66,209 miles
    Test number
    367877321383

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  22. Pass55,249 miles
    MOT expiry
    3 Jan 2012
    Odometer
    55,249 miles
    Test number
    627994901045

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  23. Fail55,244 miles (+7,512)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    55,244 miles
    Test number
    656314401013
    • FailureCentre Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureFront brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • FailureFuel system component leaking (7.2.3)
    • FailureRear brake disc in such a condition that it is seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  24. Pass47,732 miles (+10,043)
    MOT expiry
    1 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    47,732 miles
    Test number
    254026809343

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  25. Pass37,689 miles (+13,347)
    MOT expiry
    30 Oct 2009
    Odometer
    37,689 miles
    Test number
    501865908365

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass24,342 miles (+7,280)
    MOT expiry
    20 Nov 2008
    Odometer
    24,342 miles
    Test number
    674415527315

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  27. Pass17,062 miles (+2,080)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    12 Nov 2007
    Odometer
    17,062 miles
    Test number
    922547816330
    • AdvisoryNearside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Inner Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

  28. Pass14,982 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2007
    Odometer
    14,982 miles
    Test number
    431160456109

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about LS03 LXW

Does LS03 LXW currently have a valid MOT?
Yes. DVSA records show the MOT on LS03 LXW is valid until 16 Jun 2027.
When is the MOT due on LS03 LXW?
The MOT on LS03 LXW is valid until 16 Jun 2027. It can be tested up to a month (minus a day) before then and keep the same renewal date.
What mileage has LS03 LXW done?
LS03 LXW was recorded at 167,295 miles at its MOT on 17 Jun 2026, an average of 7,597 miles a year.
Has LS03 LXW ever failed its MOT?
Yes. LS03 LXW has failed 11 of its 28 MOT tests, most recently on 2 Feb 2026.
Has the mileage on LS03 LXW 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 LS03 LXW find?
LS03 LXW passed its latest MOT on 17 Jun 2026 with 1 minor defect: offside registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources.

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