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GJ05 MGV

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Green Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires24 Apr 2027
Tests29 (19 pass, 10 fail)
Pass rate65.5%

Mileage

79,294 mi
Last recorded79,294 miles
Recorded on27 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ05 MGV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

19 pass 10 fail
Pass 27 Mar 2026 79,294 miles

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

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

Fail 27 Mar 2026 79,294 miles

Electrical wiring insecure and in contact with sharp edges front over exhaust heat shield (4.11 (a) (ii))

Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

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

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

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

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

Pass 25 Mar 2025 71,889 miles

Rear Exhaust corroded

Pass 10 Apr 2024 68,171 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2024 68,170 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush excessively worn rear bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure split to cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure split to cords (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

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

Pass 27 Mar 2023 66,232 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2023 66,229 miles

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

Pass 25 Apr 2022 64,368 miles

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

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

Fail 25 Apr 2022 64,368 miles

Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Valve stem seriously misaligned (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Valve stem seriously damaged (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Valve stem seriously misaligned (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Valve stem seriously misaligned (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Valve stem seriously misaligned (5.2.3 (j)) DANGEROUS

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

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

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

Pass 24 Mar 2021 62,272 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2020 61,404 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2019 57,915 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2018 54,301 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 50,606 miles
Fail 18 Apr 2017 50,606 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 20 Apr 2016 46,278 miles

Offside Rear tyre perished

Pass 23 Apr 2015 41,752 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2015 41,752 miles

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Fail 22 Apr 2014 37,479 miles

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

Pass 22 Apr 2014 37,479 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2013 33,340 miles
Fail 16 Apr 2013 33,340 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2012 28,331 miles
Fail 19 Apr 2012 28,331 miles

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

Pass 13 Apr 2011 24,054 miles

right front tyre mesured at 3mm in center of tread

Fail 13 Apr 2011 24,054 miles

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

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

right front tyre mesured at 3mm in center of tread

Pass 19 Apr 2010 19,522 miles

Nail in nearside rear tyre

Pass 15 Apr 2009 15,401 miles
Pass 24 Apr 2008 11,075 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 MGV is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Green with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 29 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 65.5%.

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 GJ05 MGV, 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 GJ05 MGV registered?

GJ05 MGV is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 18 April 2005.

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The MOT history for GJ05 MGV shows 29 tests with a 65.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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