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GJ05 DZG

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Green Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Mar 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

63,602 mi
Last recorded63,602 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

RegistrationGJ05 DZG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 11 Mar 2026 63,602 miles

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both side lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both side (4.1.4 (b))

Fail 11 Mar 2026 63,602 miles

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick both side (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Front Brake disc worn, but not excessively both side lipped (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Front Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output both side (4.1.4 (b))

Pass 10 Mar 2025 59,767 miles
Fail 7 Mar 2025 59,754 miles

Nearside Rear Rear reflector missing (4.8.2 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Child Seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt ()

Pass 15 Feb 2024 54,013 miles
Pass 21 Feb 2023 53,181 miles

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

Pass 1 Mar 2022 53,038 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2021 52,138 miles
Fail 4 Mar 2021 52,138 miles

Nearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

Nearside Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.3 (a))

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

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

Offside Windscreen wiper blade defective (3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 4 Mar 2020 50,601 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2019 47,352 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2018 41,948 miles

temperate warring lamp on ?

under tray fitted

Pass 10 Feb 2017 39,500 miles

Nearside Front Front suspension has slight movement at a wishbone pin or bush rear (2.5.A.1c)

Pass 23 Jun 2015 35,657 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2014 34,398 miles
Pass 26 Jun 2013 31,328 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2012 27,402 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2011 25,571 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2010 21,838 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2009 18,564 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2008 1,303 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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GJ05 DZG is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Green with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 GJ05 DZG, 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 GJ05 DZG registered?

GJ05 DZG is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 18 March 2005.

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The MOT history for GJ05 DZG shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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