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BW55 TGE

2005 Volkswagen Lupo

Black Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires13 May 2026
Tests5 (4 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

88,184 mi
Last recorded88,184 miles
Recorded on14 May 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Lupo49,651 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW55 TGE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLupo
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

4 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 May 2025 88,184 miles
Pass 8 Jun 2020 85,998 miles

Items removed from driver's view prior to test mirror ()

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Fail 5 Jun 2020 85,991 miles

Front Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Nearside Front Side repeater not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))

Items removed from driver's view prior to test mirror ()

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

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

Pass 25 Mar 2019 82,320 miles
Pass 8 Dec 2017 81,440 miles

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

Offside Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.5.C.1a)

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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BW55 TGE is a 2005 Volkswagen Lupo in Black with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 5 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 BW55 TGE, 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 BW55 TGE registered?

BW55 TGE is a 2005 Volkswagen Lupo, first registered on 31 December 2005.

Is BW55 TGE safe to buy?

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