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GJ05 VVP

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Silver Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 May 2027
Tests23 (20 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate87%

Mileage

74,975 mi
Last recorded74,975 miles
Recorded on8 May 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

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

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MOT History

20 pass 3 fail
Pass 8 May 2026 74,975 miles
Pass 8 May 2025 72,532 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened NS & OS (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened NS & OS (5.3.3 (b) (i))

rear exhaust silencer corroded

Pass 19 Apr 2024 69,961 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened n/s & o/s (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened n/s & o/s (5.3.3 (b) (i))

rear exhaust silencer is rusty

Pass 11 May 2023 67,390 miles

rear exhaust silencer rusty

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened n/s & o/s (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Fail 11 May 2023 67,390 miles

Front Sub-frame corroded but not seriously weakened (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively both n/s & o/s (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Front Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened n/s & o/s (5.3.3 (b) (i))

rear exhaust silencer rusty

Pass 13 May 2022 65,844 miles

Engine rattle noise on idle

Offside Front Drive shaft joint worn, but not excessively (6.1.7 (c) (i))

Rear Exhaust silencer corroded

Pass 28 Jan 2021 63,620 miles

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

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

Pass 5 Feb 2020 62,267 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2019 60,087 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2018 57,927 miles
Pass 25 Jan 2017 53,004 miles
Pass 20 Jan 2016 46,976 miles
Pass 24 Jan 2015 41,932 miles
Pass 15 Jan 2014 36,013 miles
Pass 22 Jan 2013 31,534 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2012 31,441 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2011 28,907 miles

nearside front tyre deteriorated

Fail 19 Nov 2011 28,575 miles

Offside Front Tyre has ply or cords exposed (4.1.D.1b)

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

nearside front tyre deteriorated

Pass 13 Nov 2010 26,965 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2009 25,120 miles
Fail 28 Nov 2009 25,120 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Pass 5 Nov 2008 22,374 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2008 20,369 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 VVP is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Silver with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 87%.

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 VVP, 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 VVP registered?

GJ05 VVP is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 22 March 2005.

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