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BN05 NOU

2005 Volkswagen Lupo

Silver Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Sep 2026
Tests19 (17 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate89.5%

Mileage

30,818 mi
Last recorded30,818 miles
Recorded on18 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Lupo49,651 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBN05 NOU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLupo
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc

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MOT History

17 pass 2 fail
Pass 18 Sep 2025 30,818 miles

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 17 Sep 2025 30,790 miles

Exhaust carbon monoxide content at idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (b))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 12 Sep 2024 26,479 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge on inner & outer edges, advise replacement (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 23 Oct 2023 14,986 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2021 14,981 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2020 14,885 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2019 14,239 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2018 13,542 miles
Fail 21 Mar 2018 13,542 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 23 Mar 2017 12,776 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 11,900 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2015 10,991 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2014 9,910 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2013 8,658 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2012 7,219 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2011 5,445 miles
Pass 8 Mar 2010 3,913 miles
Pass 11 Mar 2009 2,856 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2008 1,710 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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BN05 NOU is a 2005 Volkswagen Lupo in Silver with a 1,390cc 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 BN05 NOU, 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

How do I check the history of BN05 NOU?

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What year was BN05 NOU registered?

BN05 NOU is a 2005 Volkswagen Lupo, first registered on 18 March 2005.

Is BN05 NOU safe to buy?

The MOT history for BN05 NOU 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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