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GF05 XYL

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

White Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires20 Jul 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

61,888 mi
Last recorded61,888 miles
Recorded on21 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF05 XYL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 21 Jul 2026 61,888 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush soft (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush soft (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Jul 2026 61,888 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush soft (5.3.4 (a) (i))

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

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

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush soft (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Jul 2025 60,235 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush soft (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush soft (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Pass 8 Jul 2024 58,605 miles

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

Nearside Upper Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively v.slight (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 3 Jul 2023 53,426 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush soft (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear bush soft (5.3.4 (a) (i))

engine covers & under trays fitted

Pass 5 Jul 2022 51,944 miles
Pass 12 Jul 2021 49,736 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2020 46,570 miles
Fail 17 Jul 2020 46,570 miles

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

Pass 1 May 2019 43,833 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 41,229 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2017 40,074 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2016 36,835 miles
Pass 5 May 2015 35,229 miles
Pass 6 May 2014 31,244 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 24 Apr 2013 27,058 miles

Front Brake servo repaired, but not inappropriately (3.6.A.3)

Pass 24 Apr 2012 23,356 miles
Pass 17 May 2011 21,147 miles
Pass 4 May 2010 17,843 miles

engine undertray and other covers fitted

Pass 12 May 2009 13,741 miles

waste water pipe caught in left rear spring

Pass 20 May 2008 9,930 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 XYL is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in White with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 XYL, 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 GF05 XYL registered?

GF05 XYL is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 9 July 2005.

Is GF05 XYL safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF05 XYL shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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