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HX55 GWD

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Silver Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires8 Oct 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

42,547 mi
Last recorded42,547 miles
Recorded on25 Sep 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX55 GWD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 25 Sep 2025 42,547 miles
Pass 9 Oct 2024 41,941 miles
Fail 9 Oct 2024 41,941 miles

Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))

Pass 29 Jun 2023 41,420 miles
Fail 29 Jun 2023 41,420 miles

Nearside Rear Shock absorbers has a serious fluid leak (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 1 Jul 2022 41,148 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2021 40,902 miles
Pass 25 Mar 2019 40,769 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2018 40,624 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2017 39,768 miles
Pass 4 Feb 2016 38,917 miles

Engine covers fitted

Under trays fitted

Pass 28 Jan 2015 38,155 miles

offside & nearside front & rear tyres perished but not showing cords

Pass 30 Jan 2014 36,914 miles

Offside Front Seat belt flexible stalk damaged but not likely to lead to failure under load (5.2.4a)

Pass 23 Nov 2012 32,153 miles
Pass 20 Sep 2012 30,537 miles
Pass 30 Aug 2011 26,611 miles
Pass 25 Aug 2010 21,114 miles
Fail 23 Aug 2010 21,114 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring fractured (2.4.C.1a)

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

Pass 16 Sep 2009 19,016 miles
Pass 23 Sep 2008 16,272 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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HX55 GWD is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Silver with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85%.

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 HX55 GWD, 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 HX55 GWD registered?

HX55 GWD is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 16 September 2005.

Is HX55 GWD safe to buy?

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