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VK05 CVW

2005 Volkswagen Lupo

Blue Petrol 1390cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Feb 2027
Tests27 (19 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate70.4%

Mileage

32,152 mi
Last recorded32,152 miles
Recorded on13 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Lupo49,651 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationVK05 CVW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelLupo
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,390cc
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MOT History

19 pass 8 fail
Pass 13 Feb 2026 32,152 miles
Pass 21 May 2025 30,962 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2024 29,067 miles
Pass 23 May 2023 23,700 miles
Fail 22 May 2023 23,699 miles

Engine MIL inoperative or indicates a malfunction (8.2.1.2 (h))

Pass 1 Jun 2022 21,078 miles

noise from n/s rear brake

Fail 1 Jun 2022 21,078 miles

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

noise from n/s rear brake

Pass 5 Jun 2021 19,559 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly loose repaired with tape (3.3 (b) (i))

n/s front tyre wearing on outer edge, still legal at time of test

Fail 4 Jun 2021 19,559 miles

Offside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly loose repaired with tape (3.3 (b) (i))

n/s front tyre wearing on outer edge, still legal at time of test

Pass 10 Mar 2020 17,071 miles

Nearside Front bumper/ outer arch damage

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

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

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

Offside Rear bumper damage

Fail 9 Mar 2020 17,071 miles

Nearside Front Body component damaged and likely to cause injury sharp edge on passenger door (6.2.1 (a) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view insecure at fixing (3.3 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Front bumper/ outer arch damage

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

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

Offside Rear bumper damage

Pass 5 Mar 2019 16,329 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

o/s door mirror repaired with tape

o/s rear brake noisey

Fail 5 Mar 2019 16,329 miles

Offside Rear Seat belt buckle not functioning as intended (7.1.2 (d))

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

Nearside Front Road wheel slightly distorted (5.2.2 (c) (i))

Offside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

o/s door mirror repaired with tape

o/s rear brake noisey

Pass 7 Mar 2018 15,339 miles

both front and off side rear tyres perished

both rear and off side front tyres perished

off side mirror cracked and tape repair

Pass 9 Mar 2017 13,991 miles
Fail 9 Mar 2017 13,991 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 23 Feb 2016 13,704 miles
Pass 10 Mar 2015 13,313 miles
Pass 14 Feb 2014 12,664 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2014 12,664 miles

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Fail 4 Feb 2013 11,944 miles

Nearside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Direction indicator incorrect colour (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 4 Feb 2013 11,944 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2012 10,809 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 28 Feb 2011 9,470 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 25 Mar 2010 8,336 miles

Nearside Front Road wheel with a slightly distorted bead rim (4.2.A.1a)

Pass 30 Mar 2009 6,269 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2008 4,700 miles

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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VK05 CVW is a 2005 Volkswagen Lupo in Blue with a 1,390cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.4%.

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 VK05 CVW, 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 VK05 CVW registered?

VK05 CVW is a 2005 Volkswagen Lupo, first registered on 29 March 2005.

Is VK05 CVW safe to buy?

The MOT history for VK05 CVW shows 27 tests with a 70.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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