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D8 NXU

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Cream Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires29 Mar 2027
Tests23 (17 pass, 6 fail)
Pass rate73.9%

Mileage

175,120 mi
Last recorded175,120 miles
Recorded on30 Mar 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationD8 NXU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourCream
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

17 pass 6 fail
Pass 30 Mar 2026 175,120 miles
Pass 9 Aug 2023 174,044 miles
Fail 9 Aug 2023 174,044 miles

Anti-lock braking system warning lamp indicates an ABS fault (1.6 (b))

Pass 15 Jun 2022 168,343 miles
Pass 27 May 2021 159,805 miles

All tyres wearing thin

Pass 15 Jun 2020 155,092 miles
Pass 14 Jun 2019 154,453 miles

Nearside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Nearside Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Offside Front Inner Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 14 Jun 2018 153,900 miles

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both fronts (5.2.3 (e))

Fail 14 Jun 2018 153,900 miles

Offside Rear Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of a single lamp or all lamps (4.7.1 (b) (ii))

Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge both fronts (5.2.3 (e))

Pass 15 Jun 2017 149,342 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Fail 6 Jun 2017 149,334 miles

Nearside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Offside Front Upper Anti-roll bar linkage ball joint dust cover excessively damaged so that it no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.4.G.2)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 40mm circle outside zone 'A' (8.3.1d)

Pass 26 May 2016 141,624 miles

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

Pass 11 Aug 2015 135,107 miles

Rear tyres wearing low.

Under-trays fitted obscuring some underside components

Pass 31 Jul 2014 122,690 miles
Pass 25 Jul 2013 111,989 miles
Pass 30 Jun 2012 103,636 miles

Headlamp masks/converters fitted

Items removed from driver's view prior to test

spare tyre has different aspect ratio

Pass 4 Jul 2011 97,866 miles
Fail 4 Jul 2011 97,866 miles

Nearside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Fail 1 Jul 2010 90,140 miles

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

nearside headlamp aim on high limit

offside headlamp aim on high limit

Pass 1 Jul 2010 90,140 miles

nearside headlamp aim on high limit

offside headlamp aim on high limit

Pass 1 Jul 2009 84,208 miles
Fail 1 Jul 2009 84,208 miles

Nearside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Offside Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 19 May 2008 71,827 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)

front screen cracked bottom edge

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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D8 NXU is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Cream with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 23 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 73.9%.

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 D8 NXU, 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 D8 NXU registered?

D8 NXU is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 10 June 2005.

Is D8 NXU safe to buy?

The MOT history for D8 NXU 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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