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GN05 EHK

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Gold Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Nov 2026
Tests21 (15 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate71.4%

Mileage

79,877 mi
Last recorded79,877 miles
Recorded on13 Nov 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN05 EHK
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourGold
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

15 pass 6 fail
Pass 13 Nov 2025 79,877 miles

Central Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Slightly reduced light output from number plate bulb

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint cover starting to deteriorate

Offside Front Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Rear Registration plate deteriorated but not likely to be misread (0.1 (b))

Pass 29 Aug 2024 77,834 miles

Central Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Fail 27 Aug 2024 77,831 miles

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

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

Nearside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Offside Front Headlamp levelling device inoperative (4.1.5 (a))

Offside Rear Coil spring fractured or broken (5.3.1 (b) (i))

Central Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Aug 2023 75,439 miles

Front both sides suspention componant corroded

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

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

Pass 10 Feb 2022 72,365 miles

Central Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Rear Brakes imbalanced requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. 37%. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Fail 20 Dec 2021 72,261 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle 62%, noted delay of brake operation in rollers from side to side. (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Nearside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear Inner Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure Sidewall. (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Central Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) non-obligatory stop lamp not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 15 Sep 2020 70,092 miles

Centre rear brake light inoperative

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Fail 10 Sep 2020 70,091 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Nearside Rear Tyre has a tear, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (5.2.3 (d) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Centre rear brake light inoperative

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 27 Aug 2019 67,485 miles

Front Lower Suspension arm pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement rear (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing Both (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers light misting of oil or has limited damping effect (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 11 Jun 2018 64,382 miles

Centre brake light not connected

Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test ()

n/s/f tyre perished

Pass 28 Apr 2017 62,554 miles

Centre stop lamp not working

Rear silencer corroded

Towball/hitch not fitted at time of test ()

Undertrays fitted

rear brake fluctuating, but not excessively Both (3.7.B.3)

Pass 12 Apr 2016 60,896 miles

Item removed from drivers view prior to test

Undertrays fitted

Pass 12 Sep 2014 57,865 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2013 54,111 miles

chip in windscreen

o/s/r tyre badly perished - borderline pass

Fail 30 Jul 2013 54,111 miles

Electronic stability system warning lamp indicates a fault (3.4.1c)

Supplementary Restraint System warning lamp indicates a fault (5.4.2)

chip in windscreen

o/s/r tyre badly perished - borderline pass

Pass 28 Sep 2011 51,706 miles
Fail 6 Sep 2010 45,590 miles

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

o/s/r tyre perished

Pass 6 Sep 2010 45,590 miles

o/s/r tyre perished

Fail 14 Apr 2009 39,385 miles

Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Pass 14 Apr 2009 39,385 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2008 35,987 miles

n/side front tyre worn to 2mm tread depth.

o/side front tyre worn to 3mm tread depth.

o/side rear seat belt lazy on retraction.

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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GN05 EHK is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Gold with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 71.4%.

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 GN05 EHK, 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 GN05 EHK registered?

GN05 EHK is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 12 March 2005.

Is GN05 EHK safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN05 EHK shows 21 tests with a 71.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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