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T555 GJT

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Silver Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires15 Dec 2025
Tests19 (16 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate84.2%

Mileage

251,256 mi
Last recorded251,256 miles
Recorded on16 Dec 2024
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT555 GJT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

16 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Dec 2024 251,256 miles

Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material n/o/s (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 6 May 2023 246,609 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2022 240,366 miles
Pass 7 Mar 2021 236,030 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2020 235,768 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2018 232,916 miles
Pass 3 May 2017 232,158 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2016 230,847 miles
Pass 26 Mar 2015 229,934 miles
Pass 20 Mar 2014 228,510 miles
Pass 2 Apr 2013 226,493 miles
Pass 17 Apr 2012 224,237 miles
Pass 6 Apr 2011 218,233 miles
Fail 5 Apr 2011 218,233 miles

Front registration plate character(s) not correctly formed (6.3.4b)

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Rear registration plate character(s) laid out in an incorrect format (6.3.4f)

Pass 22 Mar 2010 202,072 miles
Fail 22 Feb 2010 198,380 miles

Nearside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

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

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Rear Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (3.5.1g)

Rear brake disc worn, pitted or scored, but not seriously weakened (3.5.1i)

Pass 17 Mar 2009 155,495 miles
Pass 1 Apr 2008 115,455 miles
Fail 31 Mar 2008 115,185 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

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

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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T555 GJT is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Silver with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 19 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 84.2%.

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 T555 GJT, 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 T555 GJT registered?

T555 GJT is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 24 March 2005.

Is T555 GJT safe to buy?

The MOT history for T555 GJT shows 19 tests with a 84.2% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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