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BW55 TKZ

2005 Volkswagen Lupo

Silver Petrol 1590cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Dec 2026
Tests7 (5 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

120,978 mi
Last recorded120,978 miles
Recorded on3 Dec 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Lupo49,651 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationBW55 TKZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLupo
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,590cc

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MOT History

5 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Dec 2025 120,978 miles

Integral body structure is deformed but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced Offside sill (6.1.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Wheel bearing has slight play (5.1.3 (a) (i))

Pass 3 Dec 2024 115,210 miles

Front Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Offside Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 15 Dec 2023 108,109 miles

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

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

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Fail 5 Dec 2023 107,880 miles

Exhaust system insecure (6.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Parking brake inoperative on one side (1.4.1 (a))

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

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

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Pass 19 Dec 2022 101,410 miles
Pass 30 Dec 2021 93,528 miles
Fail 30 Dec 2021 93,528 miles

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

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 TKZ is a 2005 Volkswagen Lupo in Silver with a 1,590cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 7 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 BW55 TKZ, 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 TKZ registered?

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

Is BW55 TKZ safe to buy?

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