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GU05 CJO

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Green Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Feb 2027
Tests18 (18 pass, 0 fail)
Pass rate100%

Mileage

85,668 mi
Last recorded85,668 miles
Recorded on18 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGU05 CJO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

18 pass
Pass 18 Feb 2026 85,668 miles

Offside Front Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view small stone chip (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 7 May 2024 81,379 miles

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 4 May 2023 77,577 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2022 75,907 miles
Pass 6 May 2021 74,714 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2020 72,776 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Wipers deteriorated

Pass 1 May 2019 71,355 miles

Windscreen has damage

Pass 3 May 2018 69,674 miles

Windscreen has damage

Pass 2 May 2017 67,058 miles
Pass 27 Apr 2016 65,382 miles

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

exhaust corroded

Pass 2 May 2015 63,274 miles
Pass 25 Apr 2014 61,628 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 25 Apr 2013 57,815 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 55,847 miles

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

Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Pass 27 Apr 2011 53,247 miles

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

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

rear discs pitted

Pass 26 Apr 2010 49,577 miles

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

Rear brake disc slightly pitted (3.5.1h)

Pass 14 Apr 2009 43,460 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2008 33,890 miles

Nail in rear tyre

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 CJO is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Green with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 100%.

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 CJO, 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 GU05 CJO registered?

GU05 CJO is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 19 April 2005.

Is GU05 CJO safe to buy?

The MOT history for GU05 CJO shows 18 tests with a 100% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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