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HX05 OTN

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Silver Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires9 Apr 2027
Tests20 (18 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

84,801 mi
Last recorded84,801 miles
Recorded on25 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX05 OTN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

18 pass 2 fail
Pass 25 Mar 2026 84,801 miles
Pass 14 Mar 2025 82,232 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2024 79,382 miles
Pass 29 Mar 2023 76,960 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2022 74,064 miles

Nearside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Offside Rear Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material to flexi (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 19 Mar 2021 70,542 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2020 68,609 miles
Pass 18 Mar 2019 64,048 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2018 59,268 miles
Pass 13 Mar 2017 54,525 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2016 50,014 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2015 44,773 miles
Pass 17 Mar 2014 39,783 miles
Pass 10 Apr 2013 34,261 miles

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

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both rear tyres have cracking in the treads..ply or cords not exposed

exhaust backbox slightly corroded

rear brake discs slightly worn

Fail 10 Apr 2013 34,261 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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

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

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

both rear tyres have cracking in the treads..ply or cords not exposed

exhaust backbox slightly corroded

rear brake discs slightly worn

Pass 1 Mar 2012 27,074 miles
Fail 23 Feb 2012 26,963 miles

Front Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (4.1.E.1)

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 11 Feb 2011 29,829 miles

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

Pass 12 Nov 2009 18,789 miles
Pass 30 May 2008 15,038 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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HX05 OTN is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Silver with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 20 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 90%.

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 HX05 OTN, 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 HX05 OTN registered?

HX05 OTN is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 6 June 2005.

Is HX05 OTN safe to buy?

The MOT history for HX05 OTN shows 20 tests with a 90% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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