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GJ05 HBE

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Silver Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Apr 2027
Tests21 (20 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate95.2%

Mileage

69,501 mi
Last recorded69,501 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ05 HBE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

20 pass 1 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 69,501 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 30 Apr 2025 66,465 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2025 66,465 miles

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

Pass 29 Apr 2024 62,793 miles

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

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 12 Apr 2023 58,754 miles

Front Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

under-trays fitted obscuring some components

Pass 11 Apr 2022 52,681 miles

Rear Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Jun 2021 46,670 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2020 35,863 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2019 29,495 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2018 29,346 miles
Pass 5 Oct 2017 28,489 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2016 27,751 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2015 26,265 miles
Pass 8 Oct 2014 25,170 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2013 23,205 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2012 21,343 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2011 18,621 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2010 16,105 miles
Pass 16 Oct 2009 13,397 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2009 12,186 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2008 10,539 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 HBE is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Silver with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 95.2%.

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 HBE, 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 HBE registered?

GJ05 HBE is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 3 March 2005.

Is GJ05 HBE safe to buy?

The MOT history for GJ05 HBE shows 21 tests with a 95.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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