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NSL 503

2000 Volkswagen Transporter

Blue Petrol 1600cc
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MOT Status

Expired
Expires10 Apr 2021
Tests17 (13 pass, 4 fail)
Pass rate76.5%

Mileage

6,738 mi
Last recorded6,738 miles
Recorded on11 Apr 2020
Typical for 2000 Volkswagen Transporter136,792 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationNSL 503
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2000
ColourBlue
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,600cc

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MOT History

13 pass 4 fail
Pass 11 Apr 2020 6,738 miles
Pass 12 Jun 2018 6,725 miles

Offside handbrake reading low

indicator switch loose

slight play in main steering idler

Pass 3 May 2017 6,699 miles
Pass 26 Apr 2016 6,673 miles
Pass 15 Apr 2015 6,649 miles
Pass 16 Apr 2014 6,606 miles
Pass 1 May 2013 6,587 miles
Pass 19 Apr 2012 6,565 miles
Pass 20 Apr 2011 6,548 miles
Fail 15 Apr 2011 6,533 miles

Front Brake servo damaged and function impaired (3.6.A.2c)

Front passenger door cannot be opened from outside the vehicle (6.2.B.1b)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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

Pass 27 Jul 2009 5,744 miles
Fail 23 Jul 2009 5,744 miles

Nearside Headlamp not working on main beam (1.7.5a)

Nearside Rear Brake pipe excessively damaged (3.6.B.2c)

Offside Headlamp not working on dipped beam (1.7.5a)

Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (8.2.3)

Pass 30 Apr 2008 3,969 miles
Pass 28 Apr 2007 3,818 miles
Fail 23 Apr 2007 3,818 miles

Offside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Nearside Front Sub-frame attachment bracket/mounting bolt missing (2.4.G.1) DANGEROUS

Pass 28 Apr 2006 3,076 miles
Fail 24 Apr 2006 3,074 miles

Nearside Front Headlamp aim too high when the centre of the headlamp is above 850mm from the ground (1.6.B3)

Offside Front Headlamp aim too low when the centre of the headlamp is below 850mm from the ground (1.6.B2)

Offside Rear rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

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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NSL 503 is a 2000 Volkswagen Transporter in Blue with a 1,600cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 17 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 76.5%.

Across all 2000 Volkswagen Transporter models, the average MOT pass rate is 67.8% with a typical mileage of 136,792 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 NSL 503, 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 26 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 NSL 503?

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What year was NSL 503 registered?

NSL 503 is a 2000 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 17 May 2000.

Is NSL 503 safe to buy?

The MOT history for NSL 503 shows 17 tests with a 76.5% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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