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GF05 XYP

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Grey Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Mar 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

63,283 mi
Last recorded63,283 miles
Recorded on16 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF05 XYP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Mar 2026 63,283 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Feb 2025 62,743 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Front Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Nearside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 19 Feb 2024 61,496 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 13 Feb 2023 60,412 miles

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

Pass 10 Feb 2022 58,654 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2021 57,635 miles

Rear exhaust silencer corroded.

Pass 19 Feb 2020 56,825 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2019 55,742 miles

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

Rear exhaust silencer corroded.

Pass 27 Feb 2018 53,887 miles

exhaust rear box corroded

Pass 27 Feb 2017 52,238 miles

Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush both rear (2.7.4)

rear exhaust box corroded

rear exhaust box corroded

Fail 27 Feb 2017 52,238 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp not working lamp melted/damaged (1.1.C.1d)

Shock absorber has a slightly worn bush both rear (2.7.4)

rear exhaust box corroded

rear exhaust box corroded

Pass 18 Feb 2016 49,824 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2015 45,301 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 19 Feb 2014 42,686 miles
Fail 14 Feb 2014 42,681 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm has excessive play in a pin/bush (2.4.G.2)

Pass 12 Apr 2013 40,082 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2012 37,312 miles
Fail 10 Apr 2012 37,312 miles

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

Pass 15 Apr 2011 32,787 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2010 29,492 miles
Pass 15 Jun 2009 24,984 miles

wiper blades starting to smear screen slightly.

Pass 13 Jun 2008 19,415 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 XYP is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Grey 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 XYP, 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 XYP registered?

GF05 XYP is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 15 June 2005.

Is GF05 XYP safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF05 XYP 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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