CarVerify

Free Car Check

BG55 GYP

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Red Diesel 1896cc
Search another vehicle

MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 May 2027
Tests26 (19 pass, 7 fail)
Pass rate73.1%

Mileage

145,255 mi
Last recorded145,255 miles
Recorded on16 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Above average mileage for this year

4 checks still locked for this Volkswagen
Stolen
Finance
Write-off
Keepers
Unlock full report — £4.99
Instant £30k guarantee
or single check £9.99

Not all car check providers offer a guarantee. Don't risk buying from services that can't back their data. CarVerify reports include a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationBG55 GYP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

All premium checks include

50+ data points
Finance Check (Experian) Insurance Write-off Salvage Auction Stolen Check Previous Owners Ex-Taxi, Police, NHS Mileage Anomaly Import / Export Scrapped Check Plate Changes

MOT History

19 pass 7 fail
Pass 16 May 2026 145,255 miles

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

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Fail 8 May 2026 145,013 miles

Front Headlamp not working on main beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

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

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Pass 19 May 2025 134,508 miles

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

general underbody and components corroded

Fail 16 May 2025 134,494 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

general underbody and components corroded

Pass 13 May 2024 118,695 miles

Battery insecure but not likely to fall from carrier (4.13 (a) (i))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both poor (3.4 (b) (i))

Headlamp lens slightly defective both sides (4.1.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged case missing (7.1.2 (d))

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin inner pads on/close to wear limit (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

main beam flash to pass not functioning - main full select ok

Pass 24 May 2023 103,563 miles

Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both sides close to wear limit (5.2.3 (e))

Front Windscreen wiper blade defective both poor (3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Seat belt buckle slightly damaged casing missing but functions (7.1.2 (d))

Offside Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

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

main beam, pass/flash function, does not operate on dipswitch

Pass 24 May 2022 91,699 miles
Pass 5 May 2021 87,597 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Fail 5 May 2021 87,597 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 26 May 2020 85,385 miles

*Both front brake flexys perish cracked.*

Both front bottom ball joint gaiters split.

Passenger outer seat belt buckle outer casing part missing.

Very slight wear/play o/s/f anti roll bar 'D' bush.

Pass 18 Apr 2019 83,632 miles

Both front bottom ball joint gaiters split.

Both front brake flexy hoses perish cracked.

Pass 26 Apr 2018 82,165 miles

Both front brake flexys perish cracked.

Both front bottom ball joint gaiters split.

Front wipers smear screen.

O/s/r inner metal brake pipe corroded.

Pass 27 Apr 2017 80,832 miles

*Both front brake flexy hoses perish cracked.*

Both front bottom ball joint gaiters split.

Chip in centre of windscreen.

Front wipers smear.

Fail 27 Apr 2017 80,832 miles

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

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

*Both front brake flexy hoses perish cracked.*

Both front bottom ball joint gaiters split.

Chip in centre of windscreen.

Front wipers smear.

Pass 29 Apr 2016 79,373 miles

*Both front brake flexy hoses perished and split*

*Signs of dampness both rear shock absorbers*

Crack in centre of windscreen

Front wipers smear

Imbalance and fluctuation front brakes

Inter silencer outer skin corroded

Fail 17 Apr 2015 78,407 miles

*Both front bottom ball joint gaiters split.*

*Signs of dampness both rear shock absorbers.*

Chip in centre of windscreen.

N/s seat belt reciever outer casing missing.

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 17 Apr 2015 78,407 miles

*Both front bottom ball joint gaiters split.*

*Signs of dampness both rear shock absorbers.*

Chip in centre of windscreen.

N/s seat belt reciever outer casing missing.

Pass 14 Apr 2014 73,462 miles

Both front brake flexy hoses perished and cracked

Both front wipers split and smear

O/s/r door check strap loose on door

crack in centre of screen

Pass 17 Apr 2013 67,988 miles

Both front brake flexy hoses perish cracked

Inter silencer outer skin corroded and seperating

N/s seat belt reciever outer case missing

N/s wiper split

N/s/f tyre worn on outer shoulder and low tread

O/s/r door check strap loose on door

Pass 16 Apr 2012 59,661 miles

Both front brake flexy hoses perish cracked

Crack in centre of screen

Fail 14 Apr 2011 48,578 miles

Crack in centre of screen.

Front Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

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

Rear brake pads worn low.

Pass 14 Apr 2011 48,578 miles

Crack in centre of screen.

Rear brake pads worn low.

Pass 15 Apr 2010 38,979 miles

front wipers smear

n/s reverse light not working

Pass 20 Apr 2009 29,604 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2008 26,160 miles
Fail 22 Oct 2008 26,160 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

Offside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (4.1.D.1a) DANGEROUS

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Transporter?

Based on 5,346,355 MOT tests across 357,225 vehicles.

73.0%
Pass Rate
5,816
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
357,225
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 89,943
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 68,503
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 59,686
position lamp(s) not working 56,717
Stop lamp not working 56,335
Full Volkswagen Transporter reliability report

Don't risk it. Know before you buy.

Not all vehicle check providers are the same. Some don't offer a data guarantee, which means if their information is wrong, you're on your own. Every CarVerify report is backed by a £30,000 finance data guarantee.

£30k guarantee Instant results Cancel anytime

BG55 GYP is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 26 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.1%.

Across all 2005 Volkswagen Transporter models, the average MOT pass rate is 70.6% with a typical mileage of 124,669 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Transporter fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 89,943 recorded failures. If you're considering buying BG55 GYP, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Transporter typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 21 years old, this Volkswagen Transporter is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of BG55 GYP?

You can check the full history of BG55 GYP by running a full vehicle check. This shows you finance, stolen, write-off, MOT history, mileage records and more.

What year was BG55 GYP registered?

BG55 GYP is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 28 October 2005.

Is BG55 GYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for BG55 GYP shows 26 tests with a 73.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does BG55 GYP have outstanding finance?

Finance checks require a premium vehicle report. This checks against all major UK finance providers to see if there is any outstanding finance on BG55 GYP. If you buy a car with outstanding finance, the finance company can repossess it.

No warranty or guarantee of accuracy is provided for any free data on this page. The data guarantee applies only to information obtained through the purchase of a full check.