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BG05 DNX

2005 Volkswagen Lupo

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires7 Aug 2020
Tests14 (12 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

81,953 mi
Last recorded81,953 miles
Recorded on8 Aug 2019
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Lupo49,651 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG05 DNX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLupo
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

12 pass 2 fail
Pass 8 Aug 2019 81,953 miles

Central Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Coil spring corroded Both rear (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Damage to nearside front

Direction indicator slightly discoloured Both front (4.4.3 (a))

Nearside Front Direction indicator insecure (4.4.1 (c) (i))

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge Damaged on outer side wall (5.2.3 (e))

Offside rear light unit damaged

Rear bumper damaged

Pass 23 May 2018 76,198 miles

OS NS FRONT SUSPENSION ARM BUSHES WORN CLUTCH WORN

Fail 23 May 2018 76,197 miles

Offside Front Track rod end ball joint worn to the extent there is a serious risk of detachment (2.1.3 (b) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Windscreen wiper blade defective OS NS FRONTS (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 20 Feb 2017 68,596 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush (2.4.G.2)

front tyres wearing low nearside 2mm offside 3mm

Pass 20 Feb 2016 64,713 miles
Pass 9 May 2015 61,504 miles
Pass 3 May 2014 56,097 miles

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

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

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

e.m.l on

n.s.r tyre side wall cracked

Pass 11 May 2013 47,960 miles
Pass 5 May 2012 43,093 miles
Pass 14 May 2011 38,271 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Fail 13 May 2010 32,558 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 13 May 2010 32,558 miles
Pass 12 May 2009 24,199 miles
Pass 16 May 2008 14,706 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Lupo?

Based on 505,381 MOT tests across 29,587 vehicles.

72.9%
Pass Rate
4,435
Miles/Year
27
Year Lifespan
29,587
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 17,119
Exhaust emissions Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits 11,194
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 9,807
Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive 9,803
Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases 8,750
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BG05 DNX is a 2005 Volkswagen Lupo in Black with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 14 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2005 Volkswagen Lupo models, the average MOT pass rate is 77.9% with a typical mileage of 49,651 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Lupo fails its MOT is tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm, accounting for 17,119 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BG05 DNX, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Lupo typically stays on UK roads for around 27 years. At 21 years old, this Volkswagen Lupo is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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What year was BG05 DNX registered?

BG05 DNX is a 2005 Volkswagen Lupo, first registered on 30 April 2005.

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