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BT05 NVM

2005 Volkswagen Lupo

Silver Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests19 (18 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.7%

Mileage

72,081 mi
Last recorded72,081 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Lupo49,651 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT05 NVM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLupo
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

18 pass 1 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2026 72,081 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2025 71,144 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 8 Jan 2024 70,502 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2023 69,829 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2022 69,075 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2021 68,160 miles
Pass 23 Jan 2020 67,909 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2019 67,187 miles
Pass 8 Jan 2018 64,259 miles
Pass 7 Jan 2017 60,367 miles
Pass 5 Jan 2016 56,562 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2014 52,477 miles
Pass 14 Jan 2014 47,208 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2012 32,397 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 20,794 miles

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

Pass 21 Jun 2010 17,844 miles
Pass 22 Jun 2009 14,604 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2008 11,348 miles
Fail 23 Jun 2008 11,348 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

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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BT05 NVM is a 2005 Volkswagen Lupo in Silver with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.7%.

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 BT05 NVM, 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 BT05 NVM registered?

BT05 NVM is a 2005 Volkswagen Lupo, first registered on 30 June 2005.

Is BT05 NVM safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT05 NVM shows 19 tests with a 94.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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