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GF55 DTX

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Grey Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires3 Aug 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

128,815 mi
Last recorded128,815 miles
Recorded on4 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF55 DTX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 4 Aug 2025 128,815 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2023 127,939 miles
Pass 13 Jan 2023 127,895 miles
Fail 13 Jan 2023 127,895 miles

Central Rear Seat belt buckle damaged (7.1.2 (d))

Central Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (7.1.2 (e))

Nearside Rear Seat belt buckle damaged (7.1.2 (d))

Pass 8 Jun 2021 125,869 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2020 142,908 miles
Pass 29 Apr 2019 123,413 miles
Pass 28 Mar 2018 116,957 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2017 113,744 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2016 107,937 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 101,322 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2014 94,328 miles

chip in screen

o/s/r shock damp

r seat belt catch damaged

Pass 25 Mar 2013 82,820 miles

rear pads low

Pass 27 Mar 2012 67,756 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2010 40,508 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2009 28,605 miles
Pass 3 Oct 2008 17,490 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

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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GF55 DTX is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Grey with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 GF55 DTX, 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 GF55 DTX?

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What year was GF55 DTX registered?

GF55 DTX is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 20 October 2005.

Is GF55 DTX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF55 DTX shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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