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GJ05 MGX

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Green Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Mar 2027
Tests25 (19 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate76%

Mileage

76,514 mi
Last recorded76,514 miles
Recorded on23 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

19 pass 6 fail
Pass 23 Feb 2026 76,514 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2025 73,961 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2023 72,468 miles
Pass 3 Feb 2023 68,559 miles
Pass 2 Aug 2022 68,463 miles
Pass 6 Aug 2021 67,957 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 23 Jul 2021 67,921 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit limit 1.1 (8.2.2.2 (a))

Nearside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Offside Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 10 years old (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing 10 years old (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Jul 2020 67,591 miles

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Fail 21 Jul 2020 67,536 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit limit 0.8 (8.2.2.2 (a))

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

Nearside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

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

Offside Rear Coil spring corroded (5.3.1 (b) (i))

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

Pass 18 Apr 2019 66,770 miles

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

Rear rear exhaust box correded

Pass 13 Apr 2018 65,809 miles
Pass 12 Apr 2017 64,920 miles

Rear exhaust box corroided

Pass 11 Apr 2016 63,501 miles

Rear exhaust box outer skin corroded

under trays & engine covers fitted

Pass 28 Apr 2015 62,154 miles
Pass 20 Oct 2014 60,151 miles
Fail 20 Oct 2014 60,151 miles

Nearside Inner Front constant velocity joint gaiter deteriorated to the extent that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt etc (2.5.C.1a)

Fail 17 Oct 2013 55,843 miles

Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 17 Oct 2013 55,843 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2012 48,269 miles

Rear brake disc(s) slightly corroded

Fail 10 Oct 2012 48,269 miles

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Rear brake disc(s) slightly corroded

Fail 5 Oct 2011 36,976 miles

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

Nearside front tyre 3mm

Nearside rear tyre 3mm

Offside front tyre 3mm

Pass 5 Oct 2011 36,976 miles

Nearside front tyre 3mm

Nearside rear tyre 3mm

Offside front tyre 3mm

Pass 8 Oct 2010 29,864 miles
Pass 7 Oct 2009 26,045 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2008 15,011 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 MGX is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Green with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 25 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76%.

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 MGX, 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 MGX registered?

GJ05 MGX is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 1 May 2005.

Is GJ05 MGX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GJ05 MGX shows 25 tests with a 76% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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