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HX55 NXS

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

White Diesel 1896cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires15 Apr 2027
Tests11 (8 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate72.7%

Mileage

153,122 mi
Last recorded153,122 miles
Recorded on16 Apr 2026
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHX55 NXS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,896cc

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MOT History

8 pass 3 fail
Pass 16 Apr 2026 153,122 miles

Central Upper Stop lamp(s) with a multiple light source up to 1/2 not functioning (4.3.1 (a) (i))

Glow plug loom damaged and disconnected

Nearside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Nearside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On 2.5mm and 2017 Tyre (5.2.3 (e))

Offside Play in steering rack inner joint(s) ()

Offside Rear Tyre worn close to legal limit/worn on edge On 2.5mm and 2017 Tyre (5.2.3 (e))

Spare tyre defective Flat ()

Pass 22 Jan 2025 146,248 miles

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Fail 21 Jan 2025 146,238 miles

Nearside Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))

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))

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

Oil leak, but not excessive (8.4.1 (a) (i))

Pass 29 Jan 2024 139,584 miles
Pass 31 Jan 2023 129,946 miles
Pass 18 Jan 2022 122,999 miles
Fail 18 Jan 2022 122,997 miles

Offside Front Brake hose excessively chafed (1.1.12 (b) (ii))

Nearside Front Brake hose damaged and likely to fail (1.1.12 (a)) DANGEROUS

Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush worn but not resulting in excessive movement both D-bushes (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Front Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Pass 13 Jan 2021 117,529 miles
Pass 30 Jul 2019 107,362 miles

Nearside Front Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 20 May 2016 93,669 miles

Nearside Front brake/hub binding slightly.

Fail 20 May 2016 93,669 miles

Nearside Front brake/hub binding slightly.

Nearside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

Offside Headlamp aim too high (1.8)

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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HX55 NXS is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in White with a 1,896cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 11 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.7%.

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 HX55 NXS, 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 HX55 NXS registered?

HX55 NXS is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 1 December 2005.

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The MOT history for HX55 NXS shows 11 tests with a 72.7% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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