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EA55 XNH

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Black Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Oct 2026
Tests20 (17 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85%

Mileage

84,233 mi
Last recorded84,233 miles
Recorded on16 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEA55 XNH
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

17 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Oct 2025 84,233 miles
Fail 16 Oct 2025 84,233 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Oct 2024 81,890 miles
Pass 27 Oct 2023 79,511 miles
Pass 6 Dec 2021 72,383 miles

Central Rear Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Rear Rear reflector defective or damaged by up to 50% of the reflecting surface (4.8.1 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

exhaust outer skin corroded

Pass 21 Dec 2020 69,852 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2019 65,543 miles

Windscreen damaged but not adversely affecting driver's view (3.2 (a) (i))

Pass 5 Dec 2018 62,158 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2017 56,660 miles

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

Pass 24 Nov 2016 50,149 miles

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

Pass 7 Dec 2015 45,430 miles
Fail 7 Dec 2015 45,430 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too low and too far to the left. (1.8)

Pass 11 Nov 2014 36,875 miles
Fail 7 Nov 2014 36,872 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Obligatory mirror seriously damaged, affecting the rear view (8.1.2a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 4 Dec 2013 30,521 miles
Pass 28 Nov 2012 23,379 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2011 14,201 miles
Pass 4 Dec 2010 6,991 miles
Pass 5 Dec 2009 5,380 miles
Pass 15 Nov 2008 3,495 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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EA55 XNH is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Black with a 2,460cc 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 EA55 XNH, 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 EA55 XNH registered?

EA55 XNH is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 18 November 2005.

Is EA55 XNH safe to buy?

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