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LS05 FHG

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Beige Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires26 Jun 2027
Tests21 (19 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate90.5%

Mileage

143,446 mi
Last recorded143,446 miles
Recorded on13 Jun 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS05 FHG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

19 pass 2 fail
Pass 13 Jun 2026 143,446 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2025 137,530 miles

Brake pipe corroded, covered in grease or other material main brake pipes corrosion at rear o/s and n/s (1.1.11 (c))

Pass 7 Jun 2024 136,048 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2023 131,734 miles
Pass 7 Jun 2022 125,008 miles
Pass 1 Jun 2021 122,330 miles
Pass 27 Jun 2020 119,479 miles
Pass 20 Jun 2019 111,939 miles
Pass 9 Jun 2018 107,006 miles
Pass 10 Jun 2017 99,859 miles
Fail 10 Jun 2017 99,859 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Pass 8 Jun 2016 90,983 miles
Pass 6 Jun 2015 80,672 miles
Pass 3 Jun 2014 71,331 miles
Pass 11 Jun 2013 61,450 miles
Pass 21 Jun 2012 53,050 miles
Fail 21 Jun 2012 53,050 miles

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

Pass 1 Jun 2011 44,625 miles
Pass 4 Jun 2010 38,062 miles
Pass 19 Jun 2009 33,527 miles

Child seat fitted not allowing full inspection of adult belt

Pass 27 Jun 2008 26,584 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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LS05 FHG 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 90.5%.

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 LS05 FHG, 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

How do I check the history of LS05 FHG?

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What year was LS05 FHG registered?

LS05 FHG is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 30 June 2005.

Is LS05 FHG safe to buy?

The MOT history for LS05 FHG shows 21 tests with a 90.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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