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RA54 HXX

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Red Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires26 May 2017
Tests10 (9 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate90%

Mileage

129,722 mi
Last recorded129,722 miles
Recorded on27 May 2016
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRA54 HXX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

9 pass 1 fail
Pass 27 May 2016 129,722 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt perrished (2.4.G.2)

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to the legal limit 2mm on inner edge (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Direction indicator slightly discoloured (1.4.A.2f)

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt perrished (2.4.G.2)

Spare tyre close to legal limit

Pass 14 May 2015 113,261 miles
Pass 9 May 2014 97,141 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2013 78,679 miles
Pass 14 Apr 2012 62,529 miles

both rear worn on inside edge and close too limit

Pass 23 Apr 2011 43,939 miles

brake discs front and rear nearing minimum thickness

Pass 5 May 2010 28,707 miles
Fail 7 Jan 2009 22,891 miles

Front tyres wearing low on tread only 2.5mm left

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Windscreen has a sticker or other obstruction encroaching into the swept area by more than 40mm outside zone 'A' (8.3.1e)

Wipers smearing in operation. OK for MOT

Pass 7 Jan 2009 22,891 miles

Front tyres wearing low on tread only 2.5mm left

Wipers smearing in operation. OK for MOT

Pass 22 Jan 2008 18,087 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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RA54 HXX is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Red with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 10 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 RA54 HXX, 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.

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What year was RA54 HXX registered?

RA54 HXX is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 24 January 2005.

Is RA54 HXX safe to buy?

The MOT history for RA54 HXX shows 10 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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