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BT05 WTW

2005 Volkswagen Lupo

Red Petrol 1598cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires18 Aug 2024
Tests19 (14 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate73.7%

Mileage

94,227 mi
Last recorded94,227 miles
Recorded on19 Aug 2023
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Lupo49,651 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBT05 WTW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLupo
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,598cc

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MOT History

14 pass 5 fail
Pass 19 Aug 2023 94,227 miles
Pass 26 Feb 2022 93,914 miles
Fail 26 Feb 2022 93,914 miles

Front Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Rear Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Pass 15 Feb 2021 93,909 miles
Fail 15 Feb 2021 93,909 miles

Front Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Rear Registration plate incorrect (0.1 (c))

Pass 2 May 2019 93,836 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear both sides tyres slightly cracking

Fail 2 May 2019 93,836 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear both sides tyres slightly cracking

Pass 14 May 2018 88,415 miles

Central Additional stop lamp may not be connected

Nearside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Offside Front Brake binding slightly

Offside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Offside Front brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 11 Jun 2016 83,690 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2015 78,901 miles

Centre brake light not working.

Pass 28 May 2014 75,436 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 72,072 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

Pass 13 Jun 2012 69,028 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2012 69,028 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (3.4.1c)

Pass 19 May 2011 66,057 miles
Pass 22 May 2010 62,258 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 22 May 2009 56,110 miles
Fail 22 May 2009 56,110 miles

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

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

Pass 26 Jun 2008 47,172 miles

Nearside Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

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 WTW is a 2005 Volkswagen Lupo in Red with a 1,598cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.7%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 WTW, 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 BT05 WTW registered?

BT05 WTW is a 2005 Volkswagen Lupo, first registered on 16 June 2005.

Is BT05 WTW safe to buy?

The MOT history for BT05 WTW shows 19 tests with a 73.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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