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GL54 VDJ

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

White Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires19 Apr 2027
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

49,574 mi
Last recorded49,574 miles
Recorded on17 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL54 VDJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 17 Apr 2026 49,574 miles
Pass 8 Apr 2025 44,502 miles

All 4 tyres starting to wear out of shape slightly

Pass 18 Apr 2024 40,133 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2023 36,378 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2022 24,833 miles

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

Pass 19 Apr 2021 32,100 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2020 31,846 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2019 31,631 miles
Fail 4 Feb 2019 31,631 miles

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

Pass 7 Feb 2018 30,823 miles
Pass 19 Jan 2017 30,342 miles
Pass 26 Jan 2016 29,844 miles
Pass 2 Feb 2015 27,844 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2014 25,819 miles
Pass 28 Jan 2013 23,401 miles
Fail 30 Jan 2012 21,346 miles

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Pass 30 Jan 2012 21,346 miles
Pass 7 Feb 2011 18,753 miles
Pass 5 Feb 2010 17,380 miles
Pass 17 Feb 2009 14,724 miles
Fail 5 Feb 2008 10,911 miles

Inner Headlamp aim too high and too far to the right. (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

power steering fluid low

Pass 5 Feb 2008 10,911 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

power steering fluid low

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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GL54 VDJ is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in White with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

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 GL54 VDJ, 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 GL54 VDJ registered?

GL54 VDJ is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 1 February 2005.

Is GL54 VDJ safe to buy?

The MOT history for GL54 VDJ shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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