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CA05 HUJ

2005 Volkswagen Lupo

Black Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires2 Oct 2018
Tests13 (10 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate76.9%

Mileage

79,096 mi
Last recorded79,096 miles
Recorded on14 Sep 2017
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Lupo49,651 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCA05 HUJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLupo
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

10 pass 3 fail
Pass 14 Sep 2017 79,096 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Fail 13 Sep 2017 79,096 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 3 Oct 2016 66,479 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2016 66,479 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded and seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Nearside Front Shock absorber has a serious fluid leak (2.7.3)

Offside Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.C.1d)

Pass 9 Sep 2015 54,516 miles

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

Pass 1 Sep 2014 45,759 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Fail 1 Sep 2014 45,759 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (2.4.G.1)

Pass 30 Aug 2013 40,203 miles

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

Pass 31 Aug 2012 38,571 miles
Pass 3 Sep 2011 36,965 miles

Rear Exhaust has part of the system slightly deteriorated (7.1.1a)

front exhaust bracket broken

Pass 11 Sep 2010 35,510 miles

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

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has slight external damage to the casing (2.7.2a)

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

Pass 1 Aug 2009 31,776 miles

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

Pass 4 Aug 2008 27,785 miles

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

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

front discs surfaced coroded

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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CA05 HUJ is a 2005 Volkswagen Lupo in Black with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.9%.

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 CA05 HUJ, 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 CA05 HUJ registered?

CA05 HUJ is a 2005 Volkswagen Lupo, first registered on 9 June 2005.

Is CA05 HUJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for CA05 HUJ shows 13 tests with a 76.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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