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A5 NKD

1996 Volkswagen Transporter

White Petrol 1968cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires12 Jun 2027
Tests18 (16 pass, 2 fail)
Pass rate88.9%

Mileage

64,373 mi
Last recorded64,373 miles
Recorded on3 Jun 2026
Typical for 1996 Volkswagen Transporter147,938 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationA5 NKD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1996
ColourWhite
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1,968cc

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MOT History

16 pass 2 fail
Pass 3 Jun 2026 64,373 miles
Fail 22 May 2026 64,343 miles
Pass 13 Jun 2025 63,976 miles
Fail 14 May 2025 63,896 miles
Pass 6 May 2024 63,847 miles
Pass 5 May 2023 62,960 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2022 61,415 miles
Pass 21 Nov 2020 59,792 miles
Pass 27 Nov 2019 59,474 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2018 58,551 miles
Pass 10 Oct 2017 57,961 miles
Pass 28 May 2012 52,882 miles

Nearside Front Track rod end ball joint has slight play (2.2.B.1f)

Pass 20 Jun 2011 52,780 miles
Pass 23 Jun 2010 50,830 miles
Pass 2 Jul 2009 47,054 miles
Pass 8 Jul 2008 45,590 miles
Pass 6 Jul 2007 43,349 miles
Pass 5 Jul 2006 41,789 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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A5 NKD is a 1996 Volkswagen Transporter in White with a 1,968cc petrol engine. This vehicle has been through 18 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 88.9%.

Across all 1996 Volkswagen Transporter models, the average MOT pass rate is 66.1% with a typical mileage of 147,938 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 A5 NKD, 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 30 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 A5 NKD?

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What year was A5 NKD registered?

A5 NKD is a 1996 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 24 May 1996.

Is A5 NKD safe to buy?

The MOT history for A5 NKD shows 18 tests with a 88.9% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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