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A8 HSA

1995 Volkswagen Transporter

Silver Diesel 2370cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires11 Sep 2026
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

201,504 mi
Last recorded201,504 miles
Recorded on12 Sep 2025
Typical for 1995 Volkswagen Transporter146,432 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA8 HSA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1995
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,370cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 12 Sep 2025 201,504 miles

Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both front drop link bushes deteriorating / perishing (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 22 Aug 2024 201,171 miles

Nearside Front Anti-roll bar linkage pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement drop link bush deteriorating (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 25 Aug 2023 199,304 miles
Pass 5 Aug 2022 197,854 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2021 196,790 miles
Pass 5 Apr 2019 195,977 miles
Pass 6 Sep 2017 195,588 miles
Pass 4 Aug 2016 195,508 miles

Offside Rear Shock absorber has a light misting of oil (2.7.3)

Power steering component(s) has slight seepage from a seal steering rack (2.3.3b)

corrosion to vehicle

Pass 8 Aug 2015 194,723 miles
Fail 28 Jul 2015 194,722 miles

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Nearside Headlamp insecure (1.7.3)

Offside Front position lamp(s) not working (1.1.A.3b)

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

corrosion underside

Pass 22 Jul 2014 193,803 miles
Fail 21 Jul 2014 193,800 miles

Offside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

front brake application uneven (3.7.B.2)

corrosion to offside inner sill just outside of prescribed area

Pass 22 Jul 2013 193,692 miles
Pass 5 May 2011 192,696 miles
Fail 3 May 2011 192,602 miles

Brake load sensing valve linkage seized (3.6.E.3)

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Pass 24 Mar 2010 191,106 miles
Pass 31 Dec 2008 190,416 miles

slight lift in n/s/f lower ball joint

slight lift in o/s/f lower ball joint

Pass 27 Jul 2007 188,919 miles
Fail 27 Jul 2007 188,895 miles

Centre Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (7.1.2)

Exhaust tailpipe not capable of allowing the emission probe to be inserted (7.4.B.1)

Nearside Rear Tyre has a bulge, caused by separation or partial failure of its structure (4.1.D.1b)

Pass 30 Jun 2006 185,842 miles
Fail 30 Jun 2006 185,842 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3) DANGEROUS

both front wipers split at ends but still clearing screen

oil leak

Pass 1 Jul 2005 174,367 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2005 174,367 miles

Offside Front Steering rack gaiter insecure (2.2.D.2d)

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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A8 HSA is a 1995 Volkswagen Transporter in Silver with a 2,370cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

Across all 1995 Volkswagen Transporter models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.7% with a typical mileage of 146,432 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 A8 HSA, 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 31 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 A8 HSA registered?

A8 HSA is a 1995 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 7 June 1995.

Is A8 HSA safe to buy?

The MOT history for A8 HSA shows 23 tests with a 73.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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