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Volkswagen Lupo

White · Petrol · 1999 · 1,390 cc

V638 SWLMOT history

V638 SWL is a white petrol Volkswagen Lupo first used on 20 Oct 1999. Its MOT expired on 3 Sept 2026 and it has passed 15 of 20 MOT tests, with 99,852 miles recorded at the latest.

From DVSA MOT records, updated 4 Sept 2025.

MOT
Expired
On 3 Sept 2026
Mileage
99,852 mi
At MOT on 4 Sept 2025
MOT tests
20
15 passed · 5 failed
Per year
2,950 mi
Average between MOTs
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Vehicle details

Registration
V638 SWL
Registration format
Prefix (1983 to 2001)
Make
Volkswagen
Model
Lupo
Colour
White
Fuel type
Petrol
Engine size
1,390 cc
Year of manufacture
1999
First used
20 Oct 1999
MOT status
MOT expired on 3 Sept 2026
Latest MOT test
4 Sept 2025 (Pass)

Mileage history

V638 SWL was last recorded at 99,852 miles on 4 Sept 2025, 6,833 miles more than at the previous MOT on 2 Sept 2024.

Odometer reading at each MOT testPassFail
Previous MOT
93,019 miles · 2 Sept 2024
Between the last two tests
6,833 miles
Average per year
2,950 miles

Recorded mileage by year

  • 2025 – 99,852 miles
  • 2024 – 93,019 miles
  • 2022 – 92,789 miles
  • 2021 – 92,729 miles
  • 2018 – 92,576 miles
  • 2017 – 92,346 miles
  • 2015 – 90,410 miles
  • 2014 – 89,208 miles
  • 2012 – 86,026 miles
  • 2011 – 83,984 miles
  • 2010 – 73,322 miles
  • 2009 – 65,221 miles
  • 2008 – 50,912 miles
  • 2007 – 44,994 miles
  • 2006 – 41,895 miles

What the latest MOT found

Pass99,852 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.

  • Rear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2011

  • Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

  • Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases

    Advisory2 MOTs, 2010

Full MOT history

20 tests since 11 Jan 2006, newest first. Select a test to see every defect and advisory.

  1. Pass99,852 miles (+6,833)
    MOT expiry
    3 Sept 2026
    Odometer
    99,852 miles
    Test number
    880915733970

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  2. Pass93,019 miles (+230)
    MOT expiry
    1 Sept 2025
    Odometer
    93,019 miles
    Test number
    751419215535

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  3. Pass92,789 miles (+60)
    MOT expiry
    4 Oct 2023
    Odometer
    92,789 miles
    Test number
    861683184867

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  4. Pass92,729 miles (+153)
    MOT expiry
    18 Jan 2022
    Odometer
    92,729 miles
    Test number
    396716223232

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  5. Pass92,576 miles (+230)
    MOT expiry
    29 May 2019
    Odometer
    92,576 miles
    Test number
    808267189528

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  6. Pass92,346 miles (+1,936)1 advisory
    MOT expiry
    30 Jan 2018
    Odometer
    92,346 miles
    Test number
    727620368920
    • AdvisoryModified rally car ,bucket seats fitted, full harness seat belts fitted,roll cage fitted,

  7. Pass90,410 miles (+1,202)
    MOT expiry
    27 Feb 2016
    Odometer
    90,410 miles
    Test number
    617209055018

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  8. Fail89,208 miles5 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    89,208 miles
    Test number
    609883354059
    • Repaired at testFront Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)
    • Repaired at testHazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)
    • Repaired at testNearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)
    • Repaired at testOffside Rear brake caliper securing device loose (3.5.1j)

  9. Pass89,208 miles (+3,182)
    MOT expiry
    21 Feb 2015
    Odometer
    89,208 miles
    Test number
    687393554095

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  10. Pass86,026 miles (+2,042)
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2013
    Odometer
    86,026 miles
    Test number
    206899142359

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  11. Pass83,984 miles (+1)1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    14 Dec 2012
    Odometer
    83,984 miles
    Test number
    447559941316
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • Note175/50/14 tyres fitted front and 185/55/14 tyres fitted rear
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSurface corrosion present on exhaust
    • NoteSurface corrosion present on suspension components

  12. Fail83,983 miles (+10,661)4 failures1 advisory4 notes
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    83,983 miles
    Test number
    297937741397
    • FailureFront Exhaust system not adequately supported (7.1.1)
    • FailureFront registration plate missing (6.3.1a)
    • FailureHazard warning switch faulty (1.4.B.1d)
    • FailureNearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)
    • AdvisoryRear registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (6.3.1d)
    • Note175/50/14 tyres fitted front and 185/55/14 tyres fitted rear
    • NoteOil leak
    • NoteSurface corrosion present on exhaust
    • NoteSurface corrosion present on suspension components

  13. Pass73,322 miles2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    7 Dec 2011
    Odometer
    73,322 miles
    Test number
    660812740374
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteBrake discs worn on inner edge

  14. Fail73,322 miles (+8,101)2 failures2 advisories1 note
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    73,322 miles
    Test number
    160551640301
    • FailureOffside Front Bonded suspension unit bonding failed and part of unit is likely to become displaced (2.4.F.2)
    • FailureOffside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryNearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)
    • AdvisoryRear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)
    • NoteBrake discs worn on inner edge

  15. Pass65,221 miles (+14,309)5 advisories
    MOT expiry
    30 Nov 2010
    Odometer
    65,221 miles
    Test number
    624005139316
    • AdvisoryNearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryNearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)
    • AdvisoryOffside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)
    • AdvisoryOffside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

  16. Pass50,912 miles
    MOT expiry
    2 Jun 2009
    Odometer
    50,912 miles
    Test number
    412835258107

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  17. Fail50,912 miles (+5,918)1 repaired
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    50,912 miles
    Test number
    744805358194
    • Repaired at testOffside Driver's door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

  18. Pass44,994 miles (+4)
    MOT expiry
    17 May 2008
    Odometer
    44,994 miles
    Test number
    182348237114

    No defects or advisories recorded.

  19. Fail44,990 miles (+3,095)4 failures
    MOT expiry
    No new certificate
    Odometer
    44,990 miles
    Test number
    994101637110
    • FailureNearside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureNearside Rear brake caliper leaking (3.6.A.1)
    • FailureOffside Front brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)
    • FailureOffside Front coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

  20. Pass41,895 miles
    MOT expiry
    10 Jan 2007
    Odometer
    41,895 miles
    Test number
    213111416079

    No defects or advisories recorded.

Questions about V638 SWL

Does V638 SWL currently have a valid MOT?
No. The MOT on V638 SWL expired on 3 Sept 2026, according to DVSA records.
When is the MOT due on V638 SWL?
The MOT on V638 SWL expired on 3 Sept 2026. It can only be driven to a pre-booked MOT test or to repairs needed to pass one.
What mileage has V638 SWL done?
V638 SWL was recorded at 99,852 miles at its MOT on 4 Sept 2025, an average of 2,950 miles a year.
Has V638 SWL ever failed its MOT?
Yes. V638 SWL has failed 5 of its 20 MOT tests, most recently on 22 Feb 2014.
Has the mileage on V638 SWL 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 V638 SWL find?
V638 SWL passed its latest MOT on 4 Sept 2025 with no defects or advisories recorded.

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