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GJ55 EET

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Silver Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Sep 2026
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

113,343 mi
Last recorded113,343 miles
Recorded on22 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ55 EET
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 22 Sep 2025 113,343 miles
Fail 22 Sep 2025 113,334 miles

Offside Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 19 Sep 2024 108,513 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2023 104,370 miles
Pass 7 Sep 2022 99,464 miles

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

Pass 27 Aug 2021 95,446 miles

Exhaust tailpipe outer skin corroded and touching heatshield

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

Offside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

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

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test 2nd row seats removed, unable to check seat belt buckles ()

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working Central high level brake light all elements not working at all (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Fail 27 Aug 2021 95,444 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

Exhaust tailpipe outer skin corroded and touching heatshield

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

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Also tyre starting to wear on outside edge of tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Obligatory mirror slightly damaged Door mirror glass broken, not significantly affecting view to the rear (3.3 (b) (i))

Offside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

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

Rear Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test 2nd row seats removed, unable to check seat belt buckles ()

Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working Central high level brake light all elements not working at all (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 1 Sep 2020 88,807 miles
Pass 21 Aug 2019 86,920 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Aug 2018 83,087 miles
Fail 22 Aug 2018 83,087 miles

Brake pad(s) wear indicator illuminated (1.1.13 (a) (i))

Pass 14 Sep 2017 80,216 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2016 74,918 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm rubber bush deteriorated but not resulting in excessive movement Inner rear (2.4.G.2)

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

Rear Exhaust deteriorating

Pass 19 Aug 2015 67,948 miles
Pass 20 Aug 2014 64,938 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 60,021 miles

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

advise rear seats removed no rear seat belt check carried out

Pass 1 Aug 2012 53,829 miles
Pass 24 Aug 2011 46,742 miles

Front Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

rear brake discs are worn and starting to corrode on inner faces.

Pass 27 Aug 2010 38,231 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 1 Sep 2009 31,249 miles
Pass 22 Aug 2008 24,129 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

o/s door mirror cracked

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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GJ55 EET 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 85.7%.

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 GJ55 EET, 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 GJ55 EET registered?

GJ55 EET is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 14 September 2005.

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