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GF55 UDX

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Beige Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires31 Mar 2027
Tests27 (19 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate70.4%

Mileage

77,040 mi
Last recorded77,040 miles
Recorded on11 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGF55 UDX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

19 pass 8 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2026 77,040 miles
Fail 11 Mar 2026 77,040 miles

Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Apr 2025 72,789 miles

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

Pass 2 Jul 2024 72,108 miles

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

Fail 2 Jul 2024 72,101 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Jul 2023 68,218 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2022 65,232 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2021 63,488 miles
Fail 8 Jul 2021 63,488 miles

Nearside Rear Seat belt missing rear seatbelt stalk missing for front facing seat (7.1.2 (a))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Suspension arm insecure and impairing directional stability o/s/f bottom arm rear bush has excessive movement (5.3.3 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 15 Jul 2020 62,080 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Passenger seat lifted to inspect adult seatbelt

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

Fail 15 Jul 2020 62,080 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Passenger seat lifted to inspect adult seatbelt

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

Nearside Rear Electrical wiring likely to touch hot or rotating parts Fouling on suspension component/s (4.11 (a) (iii))

Pass 19 Jul 2019 59,470 miles
Pass 23 Jul 2018 53,539 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2017 53,043 miles

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

Pass 16 Nov 2016 50,407 miles
Fail 14 Nov 2016 50,407 miles

Offside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 11 Nov 2015 47,624 miles

both rear tyres perishing on side walls

covers fitted to vehicle

Fail 12 Nov 2014 45,216 miles

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

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

Pass 12 Nov 2014 45,216 miles
Pass 20 Nov 2013 43,490 miles

Offside rear tyre perishing

Rear inner pads getting low

Pass 22 Nov 2012 40,810 miles
Fail 19 Nov 2012 40,756 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b) DANGEROUS

offside front tyre worn low. on legal limit

Pass 22 Nov 2011 37,303 miles

offside front tyre wearing low

Pass 25 Nov 2010 32,812 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2009 26,440 miles

rear brake discs slightly rusty

Pass 25 Nov 2008 19,361 miles

front & rear brake discs rusty.

Fail 25 Nov 2008 19,361 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

front & rear brake discs rusty.

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 UDX is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Beige with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 27 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 70.4%.

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 a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 UDX, 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 UDX?

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What year was GF55 UDX registered?

GF55 UDX is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 28 November 2005.

Is GF55 UDX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GF55 UDX shows 27 tests with a 70.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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