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BG05 KMF

2005 Volkswagen Lupo

Silver Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Aug 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

73,287 mi
Last recorded73,287 miles
Recorded on20 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Lupo49,651 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG05 KMF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLupo
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 20 Aug 2025 73,287 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Outer Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Aug 2024 65,472 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 16 Aug 2023 55,697 miles

Nearside Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Aug 2022 47,176 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Fail 24 Aug 2022 47,163 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp insecure (4.7.1 (c) (i))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Aug 2021 37,843 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2020 26,886 miles
Fail 25 Jul 2020 26,886 miles

Nearside Side repeater missing (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 20 Aug 2019 20,168 miles
Pass 4 May 2017 19,612 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 18,335 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 16,901 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 15,644 miles
Pass 7 May 2013 14,343 miles
Pass 3 May 2012 12,750 miles
Pass 6 May 2011 11,505 miles
Pass 6 May 2010 10,233 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2009 8,790 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2008 6,706 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 KMF is a 2005 Volkswagen Lupo in Silver with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 89.5%.

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 KMF, 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.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was BG05 KMF registered?

BG05 KMF is a 2005 Volkswagen Lupo, first registered on 22 April 2005.

Is BG05 KMF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG05 KMF shows 19 tests with a 89.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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