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A23 NSP

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Blue Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Jan 2027
Tests15 (14 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate93.3%

Mileage

90,133 mi
Last recorded90,133 miles
Recorded on28 Jan 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA23 NSP
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

14 pass 1 fail
Pass 28 Jan 2026 90,133 miles

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover severely deteriorated (5.3.4 (b) (i))

Pass 30 Jan 2025 66,393 miles
Pass 10 Jul 2019 66,276 miles
Fail 10 Jul 2019 66,276 miles

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (3.4 (b) (ii))

Pass 10 Jul 2018 64,027 miles
Pass 29 Jun 2017 62,222 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2016 53,632 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2015 40,864 miles
Pass 17 Jul 2014 27,593 miles
Pass 5 Jun 2013 25,538 miles
Pass 3 Jul 2012 22,160 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2011 19,176 miles
Pass 23 Mar 2010 16,446 miles
Pass 19 Mar 2009 14,012 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2008 10,894 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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A23 NSP is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Blue with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 15 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 93.3%.

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 A23 NSP, 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 A23 NSP?

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What year was A23 NSP registered?

A23 NSP is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 22 March 2005.

Is A23 NSP safe to buy?

The MOT history for A23 NSP shows 15 tests with a 93.3% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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