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GX55 BGU

2006 Volkswagen Camper Van

White Petrol 1584cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires25 May 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

44,853 mi
Last recorded44,853 miles
Recorded on18 May 2026
Typical for 2006 Volkswagen Camper Van39,168 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGX55 BGU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelCamper Van
Year2006
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,584cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 May 2026 44,853 miles

Nearside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Offside Rear Valve stem slightly damaged (5.2.3 (j))

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 13 May 2025 44,325 miles
Fail 12 May 2025 44,313 miles

Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))

Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))

Pass 9 May 2024 44,125 miles
Pass 10 May 2023 43,898 miles
Fail 10 May 2023 43,887 miles

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))

Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))

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

Pass 13 May 2022 41,236 miles
Pass 17 May 2021 39,567 miles
Pass 26 May 2020 38,501 miles

Steering box leaking oil (2.1.1 (e) (i))

Pass 8 Apr 2019 35,211 miles
Pass 9 Apr 2018 30,577 miles
Fail 9 Apr 2018 30,577 miles

Exhaust emissions carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle excessive (7.3.D.3)

Nearside Front Shock absorber insecure (2.7.2b)

Pass 22 Mar 2017 27,556 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2016 22,164 miles

rear parking (secondary) brake imbalance requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair. (3.7.B.6b)

Pass 9 Apr 2015 18,405 miles

Exhaust has a minor leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Pass 15 Apr 2014 17,549 miles

Nearside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Offside Front wheel bearing has slight play (2.5.A.3c)

Pass 5 Apr 2013 15,035 miles
Pass 11 Apr 2012 14,011 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 11,838 miles
Pass 18 Feb 2010 10,686 miles
Pass 19 Feb 2009 9,658 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Camper Van?

Based on 20,778 MOT tests across 1,413 vehicles.

68.6%
Pass Rate
1,173
Miles/Year
61
Year Lifespan
1,413
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 1,322
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 857
Parking brake: efficiency below requirements 815
Stop lamp not working 626
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 558
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GX55 BGU is a 2006 Volkswagen Camper Van in White with a 1,584cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

Across all 2006 Volkswagen Camper Van models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.4% with a typical mileage of 39,168 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Camper Van fails its MOT is windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid, accounting for 1,322 recorded failures. If you're considering buying GX55 BGU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Camper Van typically stays on UK roads for around 61 years. At 20 years old, this Volkswagen Camper Van is still in the earlier part of its expected life.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was GX55 BGU registered?

GX55 BGU is a 2006 Volkswagen Camper Van, first registered on 20 February 2006.

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