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GK05 ABN

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Red Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

74,959 mi
Last recorded74,959 miles
Recorded on17 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK05 ABN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 17 Mar 2026 74,959 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2025 77,599 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2024 71,376 miles

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

Pass 15 Mar 2023 68,503 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2022 64,877 miles
Fail 15 Mar 2022 64,877 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

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

Pass 15 Mar 2021 61,500 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2020 59,620 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2019 55,666 miles
Fail 20 Mar 2019 55,666 miles

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

Pass 16 Mar 2018 51,321 miles

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

Pass 21 Mar 2017 47,882 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 44,765 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2015 42,030 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2014 38,124 miles

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

Pass 20 Mar 2013 34,591 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2012 29,640 miles
Pass 24 Mar 2011 26,276 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2010 23,612 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2009 19,676 miles
Pass 3 Apr 2008 51,259 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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GK05 ABN is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Red with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90.5%.

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 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 GK05 ABN, 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 GK05 ABN registered?

GK05 ABN is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 14 April 2005.

Is GK05 ABN safe to buy?

The MOT history for GK05 ABN shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GK05 ABN have outstanding finance?

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