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GL05 LPX

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Silver Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires24 Aug 2026
Tests17 (16 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.1%

Mileage

66,199 mi
Last recorded66,199 miles
Recorded on7 Aug 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL05 LPX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

16 pass 1 fail
Pass 7 Aug 2025 66,199 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2024 62,552 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2023 60,409 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2019 55,656 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2018 49,515 miles
Pass 18 Apr 2017 46,974 miles

Covers impede parts of the inspection.

Front wipers smearing slightly.

Offside outer driveshaft gaiter weeping.

Pass 25 Apr 2016 43,384 miles

Covers impede parts of the inspection.

Front wipers smearing slightly.

Slight weep from offside outer driveshaft gaiter.

Pass 31 Mar 2015 40,801 miles

Covers impede parts of the inspection.

Slight play in nearside of steering rack.

Slight weep from offside outer driveshaft gaiter.

Pass 14 Apr 2014 37,479 miles
Fail 14 Apr 2014 37,479 miles

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Front drive shaft coupling is excessively worn (2.5.C.1c)

All four tyres very badly perished

Pass 22 Apr 2013 33,508 miles

Offside Front drive shaft coupling is slightly worn (2.5.C.1c)

all 4 tyres are perished

Pass 16 Apr 2012 29,899 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2011 26,702 miles
Pass 17 Aug 2010 26,578 miles
Pass 26 Nov 2009 21,535 miles
Pass 22 May 2009 19,234 miles
Pass 19 May 2008 15,919 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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GL05 LPX is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Silver with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.1%.

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 GL05 LPX, 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 GL05 LPX registered?

GL05 LPX is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 14 June 2005.

Is GL05 LPX safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL05 LPX shows 17 tests with a 94.1% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GL05 LPX have outstanding finance?

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