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GF05 XYM

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Red Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires23 Jul 2026
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

73,694 mi
Last recorded73,694 miles
Recorded on24 Jul 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF05 XYM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 24 Jul 2025 73,694 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2024 71,005 miles
Pass 4 Oct 2022 68,516 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Sep 2021 66,915 miles
Pass 30 Sep 2020 65,367 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2019 64,453 miles
Fail 3 Oct 2019 64,453 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))

Pass 4 Mar 2019 63,720 miles

Nearside Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 9 Mar 2018 62,363 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2017 61,797 miles
Pass 16 Mar 2016 59,876 miles
Pass 13 May 2015 58,225 miles
Pass 21 May 2014 51,701 miles
Pass 3 May 2013 44,442 miles
Pass 24 May 2012 38,107 miles
Pass 23 May 2011 31,926 miles
Fail 23 May 2011 31,926 miles

Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Pass 20 May 2010 26,243 miles
Pass 14 May 2009 19,518 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 13,876 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 XYM is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Red with a 2,460cc 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 GF05 XYM, 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 XYM registered?

GF05 XYM is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 28 May 2005.

Is GF05 XYM safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF05 XYM shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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