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T5 NEX

2005 Volkswagen Transporter

Grey Diesel 2460cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires13 Oct 2026
Tests18 (17 pass, 1 fail)
Pass rate94.4%

Mileage

50,151 mi
Last recorded50,151 miles
Recorded on14 Oct 2025
Typical for 2005 Volkswagen Transporter124,669 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationT5 NEX
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,460cc

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MOT History

17 pass 1 fail
Pass 14 Oct 2025 50,151 miles
Pass 23 May 2024 50,147 miles
Pass 23 May 2023 49,744 miles

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

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

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

Offside Rear Tyre slightly damaged/cracking or perishing (5.2.3 (d) (ii))

Pass 25 Nov 2021 49,739 miles
Pass 23 Nov 2020 49,653 miles

Rear silencer deteriorated

Pass 14 Nov 2019 48,469 miles

Offside Registration plate lamp inoperative in the case of multiple lamps or light sources (4.7.1 (b) (i))

Rear silencer deteriorated

Pass 19 Nov 2018 47,796 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2017 46,321 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2016 44,655 miles

Rear silencer deteriorated

Pass 19 Nov 2015 41,645 miles
Pass 4 Nov 2014 39,376 miles
Fail 4 Nov 2014 39,376 miles

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

Pass 18 Nov 2013 35,967 miles

Nail in offside rear tyre

Pass 22 Nov 2012 31,304 miles
Pass 24 Nov 2011 26,839 miles
Pass 25 Nov 2010 23,547 miles
Pass 17 Nov 2009 19,248 miles
Pass 14 Nov 2008 13,883 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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T5 NEX is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter in Grey with a 2,460cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 94.4%.

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 T5 NEX, 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 T5 NEX registered?

T5 NEX is a 2005 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 28 November 2005.

Is T5 NEX safe to buy?

The MOT history for T5 NEX shows 18 tests with a 94.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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