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GL05 LPZ

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Beige Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires21 Sep 2026
Tests22 (18 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate81.8%

Mileage

51,193 mi
Last recorded51,193 miles
Recorded on15 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL05 LPZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

18 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Sep 2025 51,193 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2025 51,188 miles

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

Pass 14 Sep 2024 51,051 miles
Fail 13 Sep 2024 51,042 miles

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

Pass 12 Sep 2023 48,974 miles
Fail 11 Sep 2023 48,972 miles

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

Pass 17 Sep 2022 48,776 miles
Fail 15 Sep 2022 48,768 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit Plate value 0.80 (8.2.2.2 (a))

Pass 22 Sep 2021 48,486 miles
Pass 22 Sep 2020 48,422 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2019 47,832 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2018 46,308 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2017 44,348 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2016 40,368 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2015 38,238 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2014 35,873 miles

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 2 Jul 2013 32,083 miles
Pass 9 Jul 2012 27,187 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2011 24,498 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2010 21,039 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2009 17,632 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2008 12,338 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 LPZ is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Beige with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 81.8%.

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 LPZ, 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 LPZ registered?

GL05 LPZ is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 13 July 2005.

Is GL05 LPZ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL05 LPZ shows 22 tests with a 81.8% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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