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GL55 HYX

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Apr 2027
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

159,050 mi
Last recorded159,050 miles
Recorded on31 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGL55 HYX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 31 Mar 2026 159,050 miles

Headlamp has a product on the lens but not seriously reducing light output needs polishing / treating (4.1.4 (b))

Rear Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened especially in the hub areas (5.3.3 (b) (i))

Pass 8 Apr 2025 155,237 miles

previously wax oiled

underside muddy

Fail 8 Apr 2025 155,237 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Offside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

previously wax oiled

underside muddy

Pass 9 Apr 2024 147,930 miles

Parking brake efficiency only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (1.4.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 10 Jan 2023 140,602 miles

brake pipes under bonnet showing signs of corrosion

exhaust silencer is becoming deteriorated

Pass 10 Jan 2022 138,226 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2020 133,586 miles

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 9 Aug 2019 133,510 miles
Fail 6 Aug 2019 133,494 miles

Brake pipe excessively corroded Front to rear both pipes (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (3.3 (b) (ii))

Pass 14 May 2018 127,716 miles
Fail 12 May 2018 127,716 miles

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Fail 23 Apr 2018 127,698 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a pin/bush both (2.4.G.2)

Front Anti-roll bar linkage rubber mounting deteriorated resulting in excessive movement both d bushes (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower wishbone bearing rear bush (2.5.B.1a)

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Nearside Front Lower wish bone back bush {advise replace with off side }

Pass 21 Apr 2017 119,245 miles

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

outer skin rear exhaust corroded

Pass 10 Dec 2015 114,889 miles

damage to rear chassis brace bar

n/s seatbelt buckle cover missing

rear exhaust outer skin corroded

Fail 10 Dec 2015 114,889 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has excessive play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

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

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front suspension has excessive play in a lower suspension ball joint (2.5.B.1a) DANGEROUS

damage to rear chassis brace bar

n/s seatbelt buckle cover missing

rear exhaust outer skin corroded

Pass 21 Nov 2014 97,060 miles

n/s seatbelt buckle cover missing

Pass 18 Dec 2013 94,634 miles
Pass 20 Dec 2012 75,370 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

n/s/f seatbelt catch cover missing

o/s/r indicator lens damaged

o/s/r registration lamp lens damaged

Fail 19 Dec 2012 75,366 miles

Offside Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Offside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

n/s/f seatbelt catch cover missing

o/s/r indicator lens damaged

o/s/r registration lamp lens damaged

Pass 6 Dec 2011 61,127 miles

brake pad warning light on

Pass 2 Dec 2010 50,687 miles
Pass 18 Dec 2009 42,736 miles
Pass 17 Dec 2008 31,714 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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GL55 HYX is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in White with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 GL55 HYX, 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.

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What year was GL55 HYX registered?

GL55 HYX is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 22 December 2005.

Is GL55 HYX safe to buy?

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