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GJ55 VYL

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Grey Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires28 Sep 2026
Tests19 (19 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

34,148 mi
Last recorded34,148 miles
Recorded on10 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGJ55 VYL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

19 pass
Pass 10 Sep 2025 34,148 miles
Pass 17 Sep 2024 32,862 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2023 30,189 miles
Pass 2 Nov 2022 30,133 miles

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

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

Pass 14 Oct 2021 30,130 miles

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

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

Pass 15 Oct 2020 29,516 miles
Pass 21 Oct 2019 29,514 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2018 27,987 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2017 26,020 miles
Pass 24 Oct 2016 24,286 miles
Pass 17 Oct 2015 23,464 miles
Pass 23 Oct 2014 22,730 miles
Pass 22 Oct 2013 20,104 miles
Pass 13 Oct 2012 17,121 miles
Pass 15 Oct 2011 14,737 miles
Pass 9 Nov 2010 12,866 miles
Pass 29 Sep 2010 12,495 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2009 11,435 miles

Nearside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Front brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 26 Sep 2008 9,436 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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GJ55 VYL is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Grey with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 VYL, 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 VYL registered?

GJ55 VYL is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 28 September 2005.

Is GJ55 VYL safe to buy?

The MOT history for GJ55 VYL shows 19 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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