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GY55 OYV

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Black Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires5 Mar 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

133,296 mi
Last recorded133,296 miles
Recorded on19 Feb 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGY55 OYV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 19 Feb 2026 133,296 miles
Pass 4 Mar 2025 132,718 miles

Nearside Front Service brake requirements only just met. It would appear that the braking system requires adjustment or repair (1.2.1 (c))

Pass 19 Feb 2024 132,258 miles
Pass 6 Mar 2023 126,013 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2022 123,956 miles
Fail 20 Apr 2022 123,956 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))

Pass 22 Apr 2021 120,813 miles
Pass 18 Jun 2020 120,803 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2019 120,748 miles
Pass 18 May 2018 120,196 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2017 119,186 miles
Pass 21 Mar 2016 118,181 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2015 117,801 miles
Pass 11 Sep 2013 117,161 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2012 110,307 miles
Pass 27 Sep 2011 105,759 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

Fail 27 Sep 2011 105,759 miles

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage has slight play in a ball joint (2.4.G.2)

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

Pass 17 Sep 2010 90,485 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 11 Sep 2009 76,321 miles
Fail 18 Sep 2008 60,075 miles

Nearside Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp not illuminating the registration plate (1.1.C.1e)

Pass 18 Sep 2008 60,075 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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GY55 OYV is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Black with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 GY55 OYV, 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 GY55 OYV registered?

GY55 OYV is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 28 September 2005.

Is GY55 OYV safe to buy?

The MOT history for GY55 OYV shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

Does GY55 OYV have outstanding finance?

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