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M18 GTP

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Blue Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires14 Apr 2027
Tests19 (15 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate78.9%

Mileage

210,218 mi
Last recorded210,218 miles
Recorded on15 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationM18 GTP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

15 pass 4 fail
Pass 15 Apr 2026 210,218 miles

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

Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

exhaust system corroded

Fail 15 Apr 2026 210,218 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

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

Rear Lower Suspension arm corroded but not seriously weakened both sides (5.3.3 (b) (i))

exhaust system corroded

Pass 1 Aug 2022 209,336 miles
Pass 9 Sep 2021 203,811 miles
Pass 1 Aug 2020 198,744 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2019 190,756 miles
Fail 30 Jul 2019 190,662 miles

Headlamp aim projected beam image is obviously incorrect both (4.1.2 (c))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Exhaust system deteriorated

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 2 Aug 2018 185,031 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Front Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 31 Jul 2017 178,806 miles

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin both sides of vehicle (3.5.1g)

Pass 29 Jul 2016 173,993 miles
Pass 20 Jul 2015 166,603 miles
Pass 18 Jul 2014 154,314 miles

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Rear fog tell tail light staying on when lights are on.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

o/s handbrake performance slightly low.

Fail 4 Jul 2014 153,817 miles

Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Front Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

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

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Engine covers fitted obscuring some components in the engine bay

Rear fog tell tail light staying on when lights are on.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 31 Jul 2013 146,289 miles
Fail 29 Jul 2013 146,289 miles

Front passenger door cannot be opened from inside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

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

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 8 Dec 2011 143,627 miles

both front tyres slightly fouling

off side rear brake disc pitted

Pass 20 Dec 2010 126,029 miles
Pass 11 Dec 2009 104,621 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2008 78,799 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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M18 GTP is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Blue with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 78.9%.

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 M18 GTP, 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 M18 GTP registered?

M18 GTP is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 14 December 2005.

Is M18 GTP safe to buy?

The MOT history for M18 GTP shows 19 tests with a 78.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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