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FH05 VAA

2005 Ford Transit

White Diesel 2402cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires7 Jul 2027
Tests24 (20 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate83.3%

Mileage

Typical for 2005 Ford Transit101,296 mi
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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH05 VAA
MakeFord
ModelTransit
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,402cc

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MOT History

20 pass 4 fail
Pass 17 Jun 2026
Pass 23 Jun 2025 62,860 miles
Fail 18 Jun 2025 62,853 miles

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

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (4.1.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 8 Jul 2024 60,447 miles
Pass 28 Sep 2023 59,526 miles
Pass 19 Oct 2022

Nearside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing cracked tread +slight bulge in outer sidewall (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Nearside Rear Service brake binding but not excessively (1.2.1 (f))

Nearside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Nearside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished sidewall 4912 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Front Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Front Tyre slightly damaged damage to tread (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Offside Rear Service brake fluctuating, but not excessively (1.2.1 (e))

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing perished sidewall 0413 (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 15 Nov 2021 57,013 miles
Pass 17 Jun 2021 55,944 miles
Pass 13 Jul 2020 54,453 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2019 53,708 miles
Fail 3 Jul 2019 53,708 miles

Central Rear Outline marker lamp not working (4.2.1 (a) (ii))

Nearside Rear Position lamp light intensity significantly reduced (4.2.3 (a) (ii))

Pass 2 Jul 2018 51,957 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2017 49,768 miles
Fail 19 Jun 2017 49,768 miles

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

Pass 4 Jul 2016 47,952 miles
Pass 24 Jun 2015 46,434 miles

Nearside Steering rack damaged but serviceable (2.2.C.1d)

Pass 11 Jul 2014 45,089 miles

Both off side , side marker lights inoperative.

Pass 27 Jun 2013 41,886 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

n/s/front top marker light inoperative

n/s/rear side marker light inoperative

o/s rear side marker light inoperative

wiper blades split but still clearing windscreen

Fail 27 Jun 2013 41,886 miles

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Nearside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Towbar component insecure (6.6.1)

n/s/front top marker light inoperative

n/s/rear side marker light inoperative

o/s rear side marker light inoperative

wiper blades split but still clearing windscreen

Pass 2 Apr 2013 39,220 miles
Pass 27 Aug 2011 11,670 miles
Pass 22 Nov 2010 11,482 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2009 8,642 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2008 5,915 miles

How Reliable is the Ford Transit?

Based on 16,371,688 MOT tests across 1,454,648 vehicles.

68.7%
Pass Rate
7,998
Miles/Year
37
Year Lifespan
1,454,648
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 551,926
Brake pipe excessively corroded 469,823
Suspension spring mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 469,369
Suspension component mounting prescribed area is excessively corroded 418,048
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 414,266
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FH05 VAA is a 2005 Ford Transit in White with a 2,402cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 83.3%.

Across all 2005 Ford Transit models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.5% with a typical mileage of 101,296 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Ford Transit fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 551,926 recorded failures. If you're considering buying FH05 VAA, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Ford Transit typically stays on UK roads for around 37 years. At 21 years old, this Ford Transit is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I check the history of FH05 VAA?

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What year was FH05 VAA registered?

FH05 VAA is a 2005 Ford Transit, first registered on 30 July 2005.

Is FH05 VAA safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH05 VAA shows 24 tests with a 83.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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