1995 Volkswagen Transporter 2.4L Diesel · N858 ASF
1995 Volkswagen Transporter (2.4L, diesel). First registered 01 Aug 1995. Recorded mileage 111,243 miles. MOT expired on 06 Jan 2026. Currently declared SORN.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER
- Year / Origin
- 1995 · Newcastle
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 06 Jan 2026
- Road Tax
- SORN
- Recorded Mileage
- 111,243 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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N858 ASF Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 07/01/2025
- 111,243 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring bodywork & corrosion items (2 mentions)
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N858 ASF MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1995 Volkswagen Transporter (N858 ASF) between February 2022 and January 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 07 January 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Bodywork (2 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 4 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Body obviously not squarely located on chassis hole in chassis behind arch (6.2.2 (b))”; “Offside Front Body has an unsafe modification hole in sill (6.2.1 (d) (i))”; “Exhaust emissions exceed level of metered smoke for a non-turbo charged engine (8.2.2.2 (b))”.
N858 ASF Mileage History
- 01/02/2022107,755 mi
- 09/03/2022107,773 mi+18 mi
- 10/02/2023109,900 mi+2,127 mi
- 28/02/2024110,466 mi+566 mi
- 07/01/2025111,243 mi+777 mi
Average of roughly 1,190 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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Buyer's Guide & Inspection Advisory
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Our Verdict
Proceed with caution and budget for repa
Given the age of this vehicle and the type of MOT failures recorded, a pre-purchase inspection by a specialist familiar with classic VW Transporters is highly advisable. Ask the seller directly about the unsafe modification flagged in 2022 — the report described a hole in the offside front sill and the body not being squarely located on the chassis behind the arch. These are structural integrity concerns that may indicate accident damage or amateur welding repairs. Ensure any remedial work has been properly documented with invoices from a recognised body shop.
Verify that the oil leak identified at the 2022 test was fully resolved, as no recurrence was noted at subsequent tests but engines of this era commonly suffer from rear main seal and timing cover seepage. The brake pipe corrosion advisories from the 2024 test are typical of a vehicle of this age and undersealing was noted, which is a positive sign of corrosion prevention. Check that the underseal has not masked more serious chassis rot, particularly around the chassis leg mentioned in the 2022 failure. With no aggregate data available for this model, there are no broader reliability benchmarks to draw on, so condition is entirely dependent on this individual vehicle's history.
As a 31-year-old diesel van, this Transporter falls into the cheapest road tax bracket for classic vehicles, though pre-2001 commercial vehicles historically paid a fixed rate. Insurance is likely to be moderate — depending on usage classification, expect a commercial or classic vehicle policy. Fuel economy from the 2.4-litre naturally aspirated diesel is modest by modern standards, typically in the 25-30 mpg range depending on load and driving style. Parts availability for the T4 generation Transporter is reasonable through VW specialists and aftermarket suppliers, though body panels can be costly. Routine maintenance including timing belts, brakes, and clutches is affordable for this model, but age-related repairs can accumulate.
The 2022 MOT failure explicitly identified structural concerns — a hole in the offside front sill and the offside front body being 'obviously not squarely located on the chassis' with a hole in the chassis behind the arch. These are serious items that warrant close physical inspection of the front structural area, looking for evidence of poor-quality welding, panel misalignment, or hidden corrosion. Examine the area around the sill and chassis leg for fresh paint, filler, or underseal that could mask ongoing issues. Tap-test the sill with a screwdriver handle to detect hidden rot beneath underseal.
The exhaust emissions failure in 2022 for a non-turbo engine exceeding metered smoke levels suggests potential wear in the cylinder bores, valve guides, or injector issues. Listen for excessive engine smoke on startup and during acceleration, and check for blue smoke specifically which would indicate oil burning. The oil leak should be traced to its source — common areas on this engine are the timing cover, sump gasket, and rear main seal. The 2024 brake pipe corrosion advisories at the calipers indicate the braking system is ageing and may soon require pipe replacement. Inspect brake lines along their full length, check for spongy pedal feel, and budget for a brake fluid flush and possible pipe renewal.
This N-registered 1995 Volkswagen Transporter is powered by a 2.4-litre non-turbo diesel engine and has accumulated 111,243 miles over three decades of service. The MOT record shows four passes and one failure in recent years, with the 2025 test recording no defects. The 2022 failure included exhaust smoke exceedance, an oil leak, and unsafe bodywork modifications which collectively raise structural and mechanical concerns. Mileage progression between tests is consistent with light commercial or leisure use.
No aggregate MOT data is available for the Volkswagen Transporter, so model-level reliability trends cannot be assessed from this dataset. The T4 generation produced from 1990 onwards is generally regarded as robust but age is now the dominant factor for any surviving example.
Reviewed by the IsItAGoodCar editorial team — Verified automotive analysis synthesized from official vehicle registries.
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