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GJ05 MGO

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Nov 2026
Tests20 (16 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate80%

Mileage

157,014 mi
Last recorded157,014 miles
Recorded on10 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ05 MGO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

16 pass 4 fail
Pass 10 Nov 2025 157,014 miles

Nearside Obligatory mirror slightly damaged (3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 11 Nov 2024 143,868 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

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

Pass 23 Oct 2023 127,104 miles

Nearside Non obligatory mirror damaged ()

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

Offside Rear Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 3 Nov 2022 114,034 miles
Fail 27 Oct 2022 113,826 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 23 Nov 2021 101,826 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2020 98,826 miles

Horn not working properly (7.7 (a) (i))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Pass 4 Apr 2019 94,401 miles

large hole in undertrim

Fail 3 Apr 2019 94,401 miles

Nearside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

large hole in undertrim

Pass 5 Apr 2018 91,033 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2017 87,360 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

offside undertrim damaged

Pass 21 Apr 2016 82,318 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2015 80,795 miles
Fail 13 Jun 2014 80,166 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Pass 13 Jun 2014 80,166 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2013 79,211 miles
Pass 11 May 2012 77,975 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Fail 10 May 2011 75,755 miles

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

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

Pass 10 May 2011 75,755 miles
Pass 20 May 2008 61,859 miles

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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 MGO is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in White with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 80%.

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 MGO, 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 MGO registered?

GJ05 MGO is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 5 April 2005.

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