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GF05 FNS

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Beige Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Aug 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

58,743 mi
Last recorded58,743 miles
Recorded on18 Aug 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF05 FNS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Aug 2026 58,743 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2025 57,570 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2024 57,418 miles
Fail 24 Aug 2024 57,418 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 24 Aug 2023 57,264 miles

rear exhaust silencer outer skin badly corroded away

Pass 22 Aug 2022 57,124 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear pipes over fuel tank (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 20 Aug 2021 55,869 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 1 Sep 2020 54,667 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2019 54,464 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2019 54,464 miles

Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 14 Apr 2018 53,683 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2017 53,374 miles

Front both front wipers poor

Pass 23 Apr 2016 51,500 miles

under covers fitted

Fail 23 Apr 2016 51,500 miles

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

under covers fitted

Pass 30 Apr 2015 47,555 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Nail in offside rear tyre

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement (2.4.G.2)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

front number plate damaged

Pass 12 Apr 2014 40,790 miles

BOTH REAR TYRES CRACKING

OFFSIDE FRONT TYRE CRACKING

Pass 29 Apr 2013 36,099 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 35,255 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 32,125 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2010 29,254 miles
Pass 27 Mar 2009 24,608 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2007 20,369 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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GF05 FNS is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Beige with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 GF05 FNS, 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 GF05 FNS?

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What year was GF05 FNS registered?

GF05 FNS is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 12 May 2005.

Is GF05 FNS safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF05 FNS 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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