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GF55 RHV

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Red Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires1 Aug 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

114,946 mi
Last recorded114,946 miles
Recorded on2 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF55 RHV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 2 Aug 2025 114,946 miles

Power steering pipes corroded

Sill covers fitted

Underside of vehicle and underside components corroded

Pass 16 May 2024 112,741 miles

Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both rear (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 4 May 2023 110,600 miles
Pass 17 May 2022 108,108 miles

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

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

corrosion to underside of vehicle

exhaust system in poor condition

Fail 17 May 2022 108,106 miles

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear, rear section (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear, rear section (1.1.11 (c))

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

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

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

corrosion to underside of vehicle

exhaust system in poor condition

Pass 3 Jun 2021 105,631 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2020 104,595 miles

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

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

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

Pass 15 Apr 2019 102,469 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2018 95,931 miles

FRONT WIPER BLADES BEGINING TO SMEAR

POWER STEERING PIPES BECOMING CORRODED

Pass 11 Apr 2017 89,548 miles

O/S/F PUNCTURE - MARKED YELLOW

Pass 21 Oct 2015 78,372 miles
Fail 29 Oct 2014 67,813 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

exhaust centre section corroded but not perforated

Pass 29 Oct 2014 67,813 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Vehicle's internal headlight adjuster altered to recheck lights

exhaust centre section corroded but not perforated

Pass 4 Oct 2013 56,848 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2012 49,843 miles
Pass 28 Oct 2011 43,845 miles
Fail 28 Oct 2011 43,845 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Offside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 28 Oct 2010 36,446 miles
Pass 5 Nov 2009 30,979 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2008 24,188 miles

Lower Steering system slightly rough (2.2.D.1)

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

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 RHV is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Red with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 RHV, 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.

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What year was GF55 RHV registered?

GF55 RHV is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 11 November 2005.

Is GF55 RHV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF55 RHV shows 20 tests with a 85% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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