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FV05 FHF

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

White Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires29 May 2016
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

128,480 mi
Last recorded128,480 miles
Recorded on29 May 2015
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationFV05 FHF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 29 May 2015 128,480 miles

Passenger seat(s) missing at time of test

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 27 May 2014 114,357 miles

Nail in offside front tyre

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

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

Fail 27 May 2014 114,357 miles

Offside Rear Brake pipe excessively corroded (3.6.B.2c)

Nail in offside front tyre

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

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

Pass 29 May 2013 103,057 miles
Pass 30 May 2012 91,688 miles
Pass 18 May 2011 78,399 miles
Pass 21 May 2010 64,431 miles
Fail 17 May 2010 64,431 miles

Nearside Front front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Nearside Rear Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Offside Rear position lamp(s) excessively deteriorated so that it is not visible from a reasonable distance (1.1.A.3d)

Pass 12 May 2009 53,883 miles
Pass 21 May 2008 42,957 miles
Fail 1 May 2008 42,723 miles

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

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

Offside Rear Seat belt damaged sufficient to obstruct correct operation of the belt (5.2.2a) DANGEROUS

Offside Rear Seat belt retracting mechanism defective (5.2.5b) DANGEROUS

Nearside Rear brake disc slightly scored (3.5.1h)

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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FV05 FHF is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in White with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 FV05 FHF, 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 FV05 FHF registered?

FV05 FHF is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 21 April 2005.

Is FV05 FHF safe to buy?

The MOT history for FV05 FHF shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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