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FH54 DHA

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Beige Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires17 Jul 2027
Tests21 (18 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate85.7%

Mileage

166,520 mi
Last recorded166,520 miles
Recorded on18 Jul 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFH54 DHA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

18 pass 3 fail
Pass 18 Jul 2026 166,520 miles
Pass 25 Jun 2025 161,133 miles
Pass 2 May 2024 153,456 miles
Pass 21 Jul 2023 153,171 miles
Pass 16 Jun 2022 150,948 miles
Fail 16 Jun 2022 150,948 miles

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

Pass 25 May 2021 145,864 miles
Pass 4 Jul 2019 140,266 miles
Pass 25 Sep 2018 136,544 miles
Fail 25 Sep 2018 136,544 miles

Nearside Front Position lamp not working (4.2.1 (a))

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))

Pass 12 May 2017 129,947 miles
Pass 3 May 2016 120,397 miles
Pass 6 May 2015 115,534 miles
Pass 7 May 2014 110,058 miles
Pass 30 Apr 2013 104,704 miles
Fail 30 Apr 2013 104,704 miles

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

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

Pass 3 May 2012 96,840 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Pass 11 Apr 2011 95,438 miles
Pass 3 Mar 2010 88,312 miles

Nail in rear tyre

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (3.5.1g)

Pass 27 Jan 2009 80,670 miles
Pass 11 Jan 2008 67,511 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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FH54 DHA is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Beige with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 21 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 85.7%.

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 FH54 DHA, 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 FH54 DHA registered?

FH54 DHA is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 10 January 2005.

Is FH54 DHA safe to buy?

The MOT history for FH54 DHA shows 21 tests with a 85.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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