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GL53 GPS

2021 Volkswagen Transporter

Grey Diesel 1499cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires3 Feb 2027
Tests12 (8 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate66.7%

Mileage

99,885 mi
Last recorded99,885 miles
Recorded on4 Feb 2026
Typical for 2021 Volkswagen Transporter42,399 mi

Significantly above average — investigate

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL53 GPS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2021
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,499cc

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MOT History

8 pass 4 fail
Pass 4 Feb 2026 99,885 miles

Front Inner Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened both sides (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 10 Nov 2025 58,541 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2025 95,195 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2024 55,461 miles

Central Front Driver's view Items removed from driver's view prior to test (3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Front Outer SEATBELT HAS A TWIST

Rear Brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (1.1.14 (a) (ii))

Pass 7 Sep 2024 87,962 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both rear (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 4 Dec 2023 51,221 miles
Fail 30 Nov 2023 51,221 miles

Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak egr pipe blowing (8.2.2.1 (b))

Pass 7 Dec 2022 46,256 miles

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 7 Dec 2022 46,256 miles

Central Front Lower Engine mounting damaged or deteriorated resulting in excessive movement (6.1.8 (a) (i))

Nearside Rear Outer Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 5 Jan 2022 40,258 miles

Nearside Front Lower Obligatory mirror insecure (3.3 (b) (ii))

Pass 5 Jan 2021 23,711 miles
Fail 4 Jan 2021 23,710 miles

Nearside Rear Tyre has a cut in excess of the requirements deep enough to reach the ply or cords (5.2.3 (d) (i))

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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GL53 GPS is a 2021 Volkswagen Transporter in Grey with a 1,499cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 12 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 66.7%.

Across all 2021 Volkswagen Transporter models, the average MOT pass rate is 85.3% with a typical mileage of 42,399 miles. This particular vehicle has a lower pass rate than the average for its year, which may indicate maintenance issues worth investigating.

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 GL53 GPS, 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 5 years old, this Volkswagen Transporter is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

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What year was GL53 GPS registered?

GL53 GPS is a 2021 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 29 September 2021.

Is GL53 GPS safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL53 GPS shows 12 tests with a 66.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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