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BJ05 BKF

2005 Volkswagen Lupo

Grey Diesel 1422cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 Nov 2024
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

95,827 mi
Last recorded95,827 miles
Recorded on15 Nov 2023
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Lupo49,651 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ05 BKF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLupo
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,422cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 15 Nov 2023 95,827 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 8 Nov 2022 87,352 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2021 77,880 miles

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

Pass 16 Nov 2020 66,650 miles
Pass 13 May 2019 61,245 miles
Pass 8 May 2018 57,701 miles
Pass 10 May 2017 55,557 miles
Fail 10 May 2017 55,543 miles

Exhaust emits an excessive level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (7.4.B.3b)

Pass 17 May 2016 51,761 miles

both rear tyres wearing uneven

Pass 14 May 2015 47,154 miles

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)

both rear tyres wearing uneven

Pass 15 May 2014 42,382 miles
Pass 14 May 2013 37,469 miles
Pass 22 May 2012 32,453 miles
Pass 24 May 2011 28,124 miles
Pass 19 May 2010 23,326 miles
Pass 20 May 2009 19,169 miles
Fail 20 May 2009 19,169 miles

Nearside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Pass 15 May 2008 14,688 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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BJ05 BKF is a 2005 Volkswagen Lupo in Grey with a 1,422cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

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 BJ05 BKF, 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 BJ05 BKF registered?

BJ05 BKF is a 2005 Volkswagen Lupo, first registered on 26 May 2005.

Is BJ05 BKF safe to buy?

The MOT history for BJ05 BKF shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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