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GK05 GXO

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Silver Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires17 Feb 2018
Tests13 (12 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate92.3%

Mileage

140,593 mi
Last recorded140,593 miles
Recorded on14 Feb 2017
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGK05 GXO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

12 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Feb 2017 140,593 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2016 124,975 miles
Fail 16 Feb 2016 124,975 miles

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

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

Pass 14 Feb 2015 96,665 miles
Pass 13 Feb 2014 72,184 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2013 68,880 miles
Pass 18 Sep 2012 66,750 miles

reduced luminance offside rear number plate light

Pass 5 Mar 2012 57,545 miles

cracking to both rear tyres

Pass 19 Sep 2011 54,545 miles

Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

Pass 8 Mar 2011 44,510 miles

Offside Front Brake hose slightly chafed (3.6.B.4d)

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

Pass 16 Mar 2010 38,844 miles

Advise.cracking n\s\r tyre,pitting rear brake discs.

Pass 16 Mar 2009 33,355 miles

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

Pass 25 Feb 2008 28,055 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 GXO is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Silver with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 13 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 92.3%.

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 GXO, 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 GXO registered?

GK05 GXO is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 23 March 2005.

Is GK05 GXO safe to buy?

The MOT history for GK05 GXO shows 13 tests with a 92.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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