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GU05 CJE

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 May 2018
Tests16 (12 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate75%

Mileage

271,681 mi
Last recorded271,681 miles
Recorded on11 May 2017
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU05 CJE
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

12 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 May 2017 271,681 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2016 265,036 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2015 256,898 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 14 Mar 2014 249,758 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2013 244,730 miles
Pass 4 Apr 2012 235,415 miles

Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Fail 3 Apr 2012 235,414 miles

Nearside Front Power steering pipe(s) or hose(s) fouling other parts of the vehicle (2.3.2)

Driver's door hinge deteriorated but the door can still be readily opened and closed (6.2.B.2)

Nail in nearside front tyre

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Nearside Obligatory mirror damaged, but not seriously affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Pass 29 Mar 2011 206,285 miles
Pass 13 Apr 2010 175,841 miles
Fail 13 Apr 2010 175,841 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

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

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

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

n/s/r shock slight leak

Pass 7 Apr 2009 143,100 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

near side inner drive shaft gaiter leaking

Fail 1 Apr 2009 142,319 miles

Offside Rear Rear wheel bearing rough when rotated (2.6.1)

Nearside Headlamp aim too far to the right (1.8)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

near side inner drive shaft gaiter leaking

Pass 22 Apr 2008 107,779 miles
Pass 23 Apr 2007 73,367 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2006 37,182 miles
Fail 25 Apr 2006 37,179 miles

Front Windscreen has damage to an area in excess of a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

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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GU05 CJE is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 16 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 GU05 CJE, 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 GU05 CJE registered?

GU05 CJE is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 7 March 2005.

Is GU05 CJE safe to buy?

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