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CP55 BYO

2005 Volkswagen Lupo

Blue Petrol 999cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 May 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

51,987 mi
Last recorded51,987 miles
Recorded on24 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Lupo49,651 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationCP55 BYO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLupo
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine999cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 24 Apr 2026 51,987 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Around and including suspension arm mountings (5.3.3 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Axle beam including lower spring and shock absorber mountings (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 16 Apr 2025 48,804 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened Axle beam including lower spring and shock absorber mountings (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 18 Apr 2024 46,824 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 18 Apr 2024 46,824 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Nearside Rear Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 2 May 2023 44,260 miles

Nearside Rear exhaust corroded

Pass 17 Mar 2022 44,022 miles
Pass 2 Mar 2021 43,398 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2020 43,064 miles

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

Nearside Rear exhaust box corroded

Fail 19 Mar 2020 43,064 miles

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

Nearside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 21 Mar 2019 41,872 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2019 41,872 miles

Nearside Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 21 Mar 2018 40,628 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2017 39,453 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 38,261 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2015 35,851 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 33,370 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2013 30,528 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2012 28,773 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2011 28,094 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2010 27,849 miles
Pass 11 Aug 2009 23,537 miles

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

Nearside Rear coil spring corroded (2.4.C.1b)

Pass 12 Aug 2008 19,384 miles

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

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

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

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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CP55 BYO is a 2005 Volkswagen Lupo in Blue with a 999cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 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 CP55 BYO, 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 CP55 BYO registered?

CP55 BYO is a 2005 Volkswagen Lupo, first registered on 1 September 2005.

Is CP55 BYO safe to buy?

The MOT history for CP55 BYO shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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