Volkswagen logo

Volkswagen Lupo

Red · Petrol · 2001 · 999 cc

S88 GXVMOT history

S88 GXV is a red petrol Volkswagen Lupo first used on 1 Sept 2001. Its MOT expired on 18 Aug 2024 and it has passed 18 of 29 MOT tests, with 131,456 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 15 Aug 2023.

MOT
Expired
On 18 Aug 2024
Mileage
131,456 mi
At MOT on 15 Aug 2023
MOT tests
29
18 passed · 11 failed
Per year
7,347 mi
Average between MOTs
Get reminders for S88 GXV in the free Driver Codes app

Vehicle details

Registration
S88 GXV
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Lupo
Colour
Red
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
999 cc
Year of manufacture
2001
First used
1 Sept 2001
MOT status
MOT expired on 18 Aug 2024
Latest MOT test
15 Aug 2023 (Pass)

Mileage history

S88 GXV was last recorded at 131,456 miles on 15 Aug 2023, 0 miles more than at the previous MOT on 9 Aug 2023.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
131,456 miles · 9 Aug 2023
Between the last two tests
0 miles
Average per year
7,347 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2023 – 131,456 miles
  • 2022 – 130,000 miles
  • 2021 – 126,790 miles
  • 2020 – 114,431 miles
  • 2019 – 97,463 miles
  • 2018 – 89,927 miles
  • 2017 – 85,162 miles
  • 2016 – 83,118 miles
  • 2015 – 76,869 miles
  • 2014 – 69,681 miles
  • 2013 – 60,958 miles
  • 2012 – 50,713 miles
  • 2011 – 40,769 miles
  • 2010 – 33,560 miles
  • 2009 – 22,044 miles
  • 2008 – 16,677 miles
  • 2007 – 12,806 miles
  • 2006 – 7,453 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass131,456 miles
  • MinorNearside Front Driver's door hinge deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • MinorOffside Front Driver's door hinge deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryBonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated release cable (3.1 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023
  • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))Recorded at 2 MOTs since 2023

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.

  • Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

    Advisory5 MOTs, 2012–2014

  • Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)

    Failure3 MOTs, 2010–2015

  • Offside Outer Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

    Advisory3 MOTs, 2013–2014

  • Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect

    Major2 MOTs, 2022–2023

  • Front Oil leak, but not excessive

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2022

Full MOT history

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

  1. Pass131,456 miles3 minor8 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2024
    Odometer
    131,456 miles
    Test number
    893262957944
    • MinorNearside Front Driver's door hinge deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Driver's door hinge deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated release cable (3.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

  2. Fail131,456 miles (+1,456)8 major3 minor10 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    131,456 miles
    Test number
    745837906878
    • MajorNearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))
    • MajorNearside Front Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (4.4.3 (a))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Rear Body panel corroded and likely to cause injury (6.2.1 (a) (i))
    • MajorSteering wheel has excessive movement up and down (2.2.2 (a))
    • MinorNearside Front Driver's door hinge deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • MinorOffside Front Driver's door hinge deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed (6.2.3 (c) (i))
    • MinorWindscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryBonnet primary retaining device slightly deteriorated release cable (3.1 (c))
    • AdvisoryBrake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material all (1.1.11 (c))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Integral body structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryEml and epc lamps on

  3. Pass130,000 miles5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    18 Aug 2023
    Odometer
    130,000 miles
    Test number
    358353581214
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front hinge pin snapped on osf door. door still closes securely
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wiring resting on driveshaft.

  4. Fail130,000 miles (+3,210)2 dangerous6 major5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    130,000 miles
    Test number
    718562475773
    • DangerousNearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • DangerousOffside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))
    • MajorNearside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • MajorOffside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))
    • MajorOffside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))
    • MajorSupplementary restraint system warning lamp indicates a fault (7.1.6 (a))
    • AdvisoryFront Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (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))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front hinge pin snapped on osf door. door still closes securely
    • AdvisoryOffside Front wiring resting on driveshaft.

  5. Pass126,790 miles (+12,359)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2022
    Odometer
    126,790 miles
    Test number
    405315787640
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.1.3 (b) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Upper Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed hinge worn (6.2.3 (c) (i))

  6. Pass114,431 miles
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2021
    Odometer
    114,431 miles
    Test number
    493915552911

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  7. Fail114,431 miles (+16,968)4 major
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    114,431 miles
    Test number
    828677340146
    • MajorEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • MajorOffside Front Lower Driver's door hinge insecure hinge (6.2.3 (c) (ii))
    • MajorOffside Front Wheel bearing rough when rotated (5.1.3 (b) (i))
    • MajorOffside Rear Lower Seat belt anchorage prescribed area strength or continuity significantly reduced sill (7.1.1 (a) (i))

  8. Pass97,463 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2020
    Odometer
    97,463 miles
    Test number
    142769652738
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  9. Fail97,463 miles (+7,536)1 repaired4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    97,463 miles
    Test number
    747170783268
    • Repaired at testEngine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened corroded (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

  10. Pass89,927 miles (+4,765)3 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2019
    Odometer
    89,927 miles
    Test number
    780561069163
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened inner surface (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

  11. Pass85,162 miles (+2,044)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2018
    Odometer
    85,162 miles
    Test number
    211969360140
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

  12. Pass83,118 miles (+6,249)
    MOT expiry
    11 Aug 2017
    Odometer
    83,118 miles
    Test number
    315875969814

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  13. Pass76,869 miles (+196)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2016
    Odometer
    76,869 miles
    Test number
    333025822390
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  14. Fail76,673 miles (+6,992)2 failures7 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    76,673 miles
    Test number
    583909668792
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureNearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)
    • AdvisoryFront Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Tyre worn close to the legal limit both (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryEngine light on
    • AdvisoryOil leak
    • AdvisoryOil leak

  15. Pass69,681 miles4 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2015
    Odometer
    69,681 miles
    Test number
    627757564278
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

  16. Fail69,671 miles (+8,713)3 failures5 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    69,671 miles
    Test number
    466587764245
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • FailureExhaust emissions hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryFront Anti-roll bar corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)
    • AdvisoryFront Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteExhaust tail pipe corroded

  17. Pass60,958 miles (+221)4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    30 Sept 2014
    Odometer
    60,958 miles
    Test number
    629834173256
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteExhaust tail pipe corroded

  18. Fail60,737 miles (+10,024)2 dangerous1 failure4 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    60,737 miles
    Test number
    709350073299
    • DangerousNearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • DangerousOffside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)
    • FailureCentre Stop lamp has less than 50% of the light sources illuminating (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryFront Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Outer Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area is corroded but not considered excessive (2.4.A.3)
    • AdvisoryRear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)
    • NoteExhaust tail pipe corroded

  19. Pass50,713 miles (+14)2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2013
    Odometer
    50,713 miles
    Test number
    345400972277
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  20. Fail50,699 miles (+9,930)2 failures2 advisories
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,699 miles
    Test number
    137679262287
    • 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 Inner Front Road wheel badly damaged (4.2.A.1a)
    • AdvisoryFront brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

  21. Pass40,769 miles1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2012
    Odometer
    40,769 miles
    Test number
    258629251208
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront brakes not fully releacing.
    • NoteRear wiper worn out.

  22. Fail40,769 miles (+7,209)1 failure1 advisory2 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    40,769 miles
    Test number
    417859351241
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • NoteFront brakes not fully releacing.
    • NoteRear wiper worn out.

  23. Pass33,560 miles (+169)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2011
    Odometer
    33,560 miles
    Test number
    322763260247

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  24. Fail33,391 miles (+11,347)1 failure1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    33,391 miles
    Test number
    131310860254
    • FailureExhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (7.3.D.3)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

  25. Pass22,044 miles (+5,367)
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2010
    Odometer
    22,044 miles
    Test number
    634301079269

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  26. Pass16,677 miles (+3,871)1 note
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2009
    Odometer
    16,677 miles
    Test number
    963946568239
    • NoteDrivers seat belt stuck behind trim

  27. Pass12,806 miles
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2008
    Odometer
    12,806 miles
    Test number
    120940177249

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  28. Fail12,806 miles (+5,353)2 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    12,806 miles
    Test number
    500650877268
    • FailureNearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

  29. Pass7,453 miles2 notes
    MOT expiry
    27 Sept 2007
    Odometer
    7,453 miles
    Test number
    342121776429
    • NoteBoth front tyers worn slighty tracking
    • NoteNear side front inner c.v.gaiter leaking greese

Questions about S88 GXV

Does S88 GXV currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on S88 GXV expired on 18 Aug 2024, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on S88 GXV?
The MOT on S88 GXV expired on 18 Aug 2024. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has S88 GXV done?
S88 GXV was recorded at 131,456 miles at its MOT on 15 Aug 2023, an average of 7,347 miles a year.
Has S88 GXV ever failed its MOT?
Yes. S88 GXV has failed 11 of its 29 MOT tests, most recently on 9 Aug 2023.
Has the mileage on S88 GXV 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 S88 GXV find?
S88 GXV passed its latest MOT on 15 Aug 2023 with 3 minor defects and 8 advisories: nearside front driver's door hinge deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed; offside front driver's door hinge deteriorated so the door cannot be readily opened or closed; windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view, and 8 more.

Related registrations

Browse all S88G registrations

Contains DVSA MOT history data, public sector information licensed under the Open Government Licence v3.0. Driver Codes is not affiliated with DVSA or DVLA.