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BJ05 XZD

2005 Volkswagen Lupo

Blue Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Oct 2026
Tests17 (17 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

93,283 mi
Last recorded93,283 miles
Recorded on20 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Lupo49,651 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBJ05 XZD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLupo
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

17 pass
Pass 20 Oct 2025 93,283 miles

Engine oil leak

Nearside Front Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test ()

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Pass 7 Sep 2023 78,243 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2022 74,375 miles
Pass 15 May 2021 66,184 miles
Pass 6 May 2020 63,387 miles
Pass 11 May 2019 60,124 miles

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

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

rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 12 May 2018 54,833 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases rear box joint (7.1.2)

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

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

Pass 6 May 2017 50,296 miles
Pass 14 May 2016 47,016 miles

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

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

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases box joint (7.1.2)

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

Pass 9 May 2015 42,586 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2014 38,741 miles
Pass 4 May 2013 34,679 miles
Pass 21 Apr 2012 30,464 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)

Pass 14 May 2011 26,535 miles
Pass 8 May 2010 22,838 miles
Pass 2 May 2009 18,232 miles
Pass 10 May 2008 13,744 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 XZD is a 2005 Volkswagen Lupo in Blue with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 XZD, 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 BJ05 XZD registered?

BJ05 XZD is a 2005 Volkswagen Lupo, first registered on 14 May 2005.

Is BJ05 XZD safe to buy?

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