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GN55 LUP

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Silver Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires22 Jul 2027
Tests24 (18 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

18,767 mi
Last recorded18,767 miles
Recorded on20 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGN55 LUP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

18 pass 6 fail
Pass 20 Jul 2026 18,767 miles

All tyres manufactured in 2012

Underbody showing signs of corrosion (wax oil needs topping up)

Various small stonechips in the windscreen

Various underbody corrosion including the power steering pipes, the exhaust system, rear disc surfaces and all the flexi-brake hose ferrules. Has been waxed.

Fail 20 Jul 2026 18,767 miles

All tyres manufactured in 2012

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Underbody showing signs of corrosion (wax oil needs topping up)

Various small stonechips in the windscreen

Various underbody corrosion including the power steering pipes, the exhaust system, rear disc surfaces and all the flexi-brake hose ferrules. Has been waxed.

Pass 9 Jul 2025 18,387 miles

All tyres manufactured in 2012

Various small stonechips in the windscreen

Various underbody corrosion including the power steering pipes, the exhaust system, rear disc surfaces and all the flexi-brake hose ferrules. Has been waxed.

Pass 23 Jul 2024 17,918 miles

All tyres manufactured in 2012

Various small stonechips in the windscreen

Various underbody corrosion including the power steering pipes, the exhaust system, rear disc surfaces and all the flexi-brake hose ferrules

Fail 23 Jul 2024 17,918 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

All tyres manufactured in 2012

Various small stonechips in the windscreen

Various underbody corrosion including the power steering pipes, the exhaust system, rear disc surfaces and all the flexi-brake hose ferrules

Pass 18 Jul 2023 17,788 miles
Fail 18 Jul 2023 17,788 miles

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

Pass 21 Jul 2022 17,714 miles

All tyres manufactured in 2012

Various small stonechips in the windscreen

Various underbody corrosion including the power steering pipes, the exhaust system, rear disc surfaces and all the flexi-brake hose ferrules

Fail 21 Jul 2022 17,714 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

All tyres manufactured in 2012

Various small stonechips in the windscreen

Various underbody corrosion including the power steering pipes, the exhaust system, rear disc surfaces and all the flexi-brake hose ferrules

Pass 30 Jun 2021 17,416 miles

both headlamps slightly discoloured

various small stonechips in the windscreen

various underbody corrosion including the power steering pipes, the exhaust system, rear disc surfaces and all the flexi-brake hose ferrules

Pass 10 Jul 2020 16,922 miles

both headlamps slightly discoloured

various small stonechips in the windscreen

various underbody corrosion including the power steering pipes, the exhaust system, rear disc surfaces and all the flexi-brake hose ferrules

Pass 28 Jun 2019 16,703 miles

Exhaust silencer outer wrapping corroded,but not leaking

brake disc surfaces corroded

brake pipes showing signs of corrosion

power steering pipes corroded

underbody corrosion, but vehicle has been wax oyled

Fail 25 Jun 2019 16,703 miles

Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))

Nearside Brake pipe excessively corroded front to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Nearside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Nearside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

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

Nearside Rear Seat belt missing buckle missing (7.1.2 (a))

Offside Brake pipe excessively corroded font to rear (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Front Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect (4.1.2 (c))

Offside Front Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Rear Seat belt missing belt and buckle missing (7.1.2 (a))

Exhaust silencer outer wrapping corroded,but not leaking

brake disc surfaces corroded

brake pipes showing signs of corrosion

power steering pipes corroded

underbody corrosion, but vehicle has been wax oyled

Pass 11 Jul 2018 16,487 miles

Exhaust silencer outer wrapping corroded,but not leaking

Plastic headlamp lenses in a poor codition

Slight underbody corrosion, but vehicle has been wax oyled

Fail 11 Jul 2018 16,487 miles

Driver's view of the road through the swept area of the windscreen materially affected by an obstruction Air freshener (3.1 (a) (ii))

Exhaust silencer outer wrapping corroded,but not leaking

Nearside Rear Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Plastic headlamp lenses in a poor codition

Slight underbody corrosion, but vehicle has been wax oyled

Pass 23 Jun 2017 14,551 miles

Plastic headlamp lenses starting to deteriorate

Slight under body corrosion, but under body has been wax oyled

Pass 4 Jul 2016 13,987 miles

All the brake disc surfaces corroded

Wiper blades drag the screen slightly (clean blades)

paint on the roof lifting

Pass 29 Jun 2015 12,941 miles
Pass 7 Jul 2014 12,492 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2013 12,115 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2012 11,770 miles

all the brake discs are slightly corroded but perform o.k.

the parking brake warning light is not working

the vehicle underbody is dry

Pass 15 Jul 2011 11,232 miles

all four tyres perished

Pass 7 May 2010 11,024 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2009 10,465 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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GN55 LUP is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Silver with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 75%.

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 GN55 LUP, 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 GN55 LUP registered?

GN55 LUP is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 2 December 2005.

Is GN55 LUP safe to buy?

The MOT history for GN55 LUP shows 24 tests with a 75% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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