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EK55 GXG

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Oct 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

63,915 mi
Last recorded63,915 miles
Recorded on22 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEK55 GXG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 22 Oct 2025 63,915 miles

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

Pass 23 Oct 2024 59,570 miles

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

Fail 23 Oct 2024 59,570 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect lens hazed (4.1.2 (c))

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

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect lens hazed (4.1.2 (c))

Pass 30 Oct 2023 56,415 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2022 53,394 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2021 50,694 miles
Pass 26 Oct 2020 48,937 miles
Pass 14 Oct 2019 47,431 miles
Fail 14 Oct 2019 47,431 miles

Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage loose (7.1.1 (b))

Pass 5 Oct 2018 45,142 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2017 43,253 miles

Vehicles internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights ()

Pass 7 Oct 2016 39,458 miles
Pass 12 Oct 2015 37,433 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2014 36,153 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2013 32,895 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2012 30,162 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2011 26,752 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2010 23,807 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2009 19,837 miles

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

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

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

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

Pass 8 Oct 2008 16,038 miles

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
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EK55 GXG is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in White with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 EK55 GXG, 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

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What year was EK55 GXG registered?

EK55 GXG is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 14 October 2005.

Is EK55 GXG safe to buy?

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