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GV55 JZH

2005 Volkswagen Transporter · Diesel · 1896cc

Silver Registered in Brighton, Garden of England · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourSilver
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.

At a glance

This 2005 Volkswagen Transporter Diesel 1896cc has had 26 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 10 (62% pass rate). It has 173,125 miles on the clock, averaging 7,959 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for injector wiring loom and connectors (under rocker cover). Common Volkswagen Transporter issues include front window regulators and driveshaft splines (front and rear axles).

MOT & Mileage History for GV55 JZH

MOT Status
Due date passed
173,125
Last Mileage
Recorded
26
Total Tests
Since 2008
62%
Pass Rate
16 passed, 10 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

10

MOT failures recorded

Out of 26 tests on record
7,959

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
5

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading173,125 miles
Reading date
Miles last year680
Average per year7,959
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for GV55 JZH 40k73k106k140k173k '08'25'17

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Full MOT Test History 26 tests on record

PASS
Mileage173,125 miles
Since last MOT+680 miles
PASS
Mileage172,445 miles
Since last MOT+20 miles
FAIL
Mileage172,425 miles
Since last MOT+59 miles
FAIL
Mileage172,366 miles
Since last MOT+20 miles
PASS
Mileage172,346 miles
Since last MOT+15 miles
FAIL
Mileage172,331 miles
Since last MOT+1,334 miles
PASS
Mileage170,997 miles
Since last MOT+1,084 miles
PASS
Mileage169,913 miles
Since last MOT+58 miles
FAIL
Mileage169,855 miles
Since last MOT+1,793 miles
PASS
Mileage168,062 miles
Since last MOT+2,717 miles
PASS
Mileage165,345 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage165,345 miles
Since last MOT+8,650 miles
PASS
Mileage156,695 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage156,695 miles
Since last MOT+13,188 miles
PASS
Mileage143,507 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage143,507 miles
Since last MOT+11,710 miles
PASS
Mileage131,797 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage131,797 miles
Since last MOT+15,055 miles
PASS
Mileage116,742 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage116,742 miles
Since last MOT+14,363 miles
PASS
Mileage102,379 miles
Since last MOT+18,916 miles
PASS
Mileage83,463 miles
Since last MOT+11,371 miles
PASS
Mileage72,092 miles
Since last MOT+15,823 miles
PASS
Mileage56,269 miles
Since last MOT+16,250 miles
PASS
Mileage40,019 miles
Since last MOT+486 miles
FAIL
Mileage39,533 miles

🔧 Reported issues for this Volkswagen Transporter

These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Transporter models (2003–2015), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

Front window regulators (both driver and passenger sides)

Plastic cable guides snap, steel cables fray or jump tracks; water ingress accelerates wear. · Typical repair: £150-£300 per side (parts £80-£150, labour 2hrs @ £100/hr indie garage; estimated).

Driveshaft splines (front and rear axles)

Splines on gearbox/driveshaft ends shear or wear prematurely, especially under load. · Typical repair: £400-£800 per side (new driveshaft £250-£500, labour 3-4hrs; estimated from indie quotes).

ABS/ESP warning lights (wheel speed sensors/brake system electronics)

Faulty wheel speed sensors or ABS module glitches trigger lights; often wiring corrosion. · Typical repair: £200-£500 (sensor £50-£100ea x4, module diag/labour; estimated).

Handbrake mechanism (cable and rear drum shoes)

Cable stretches/sticks, shoes wear unevenly or seize in drums. · Typical repair: £150-£350 (cables/shoes £80-£150, labour 2hrs).

Injector wiring loom and connectors (under rocker cover)

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationGV55 JZH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeGV — Brighton, Garden of England
Age identifier55 — September 2005 to February 2006

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About GV55 JZH

What car is GV55 JZH?

GV55 JZH is a silver Volkswagen Transporter, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Brighton in 2005.

What is the mileage of GV55 JZH?

The last recorded mileage for GV55 JZH was 173,125 miles, recorded on 20 Aug 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GV55 JZH passed its MOT?

GV55 JZH has had 26 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (16 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 20 Aug 2025.

Is GV55 JZH ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, GV55 JZH is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is GV55 JZH?

GV55 JZH is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.