The road tax status for D985 NHE is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for D985 NHE?

The MOT for D985 NHE is valid and due for renewal on or before 26 March 2027.

What is the recorded mileage of D985 NHE?

The recorded mileage for D985 NHE is 11,501 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is D985 NHE ULEZ compliant?

No, D985 NHE does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

MOT Valid

1986 Volkswagen Transporter 1.8L Petrol · D985 NHE

D985 NHE

1986 Volkswagen Transporter (1.8L, petrol). First registered 23/09/1986. Recorded mileage 11,501 miles. MOT valid until 26/03/2027.

Make & Model: VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER
Year / Origin: 1986 · Chester
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 26/03/2027
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 11,501 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 1.8L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Mileage: 11,501 mi
Fuel Type: Petrol
Year: 1986
Engine: 1781cc

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D985 NHE Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 27/03/2026
11,501 miles recorded at latest MOT
2 historical MOT failures
2 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring tyres items (5 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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! Average MOT pass rate (60%)

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D985 NHE Mileage History

02/09/202411,370 mi
20/02/202511,413 mi+43 mi
20/02/202511,413 mi
19/03/202611,495 mi+82 mi
27/03/202611,501 mi+6 mi

Average of roughly 84 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

D985 NHE MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 21 Sept 2026, 09:06

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1986 Volkswagen Transporter (D985 NHE) between September 2024 and March 2026.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 27 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (5 issues), Lighting (5 issues), Steering (4 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Windscreen (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 22 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: “Rear Wheel bearing rough when rotated both (5.1.3 (b) (i))”; “Horn sound not in accordance with requirements (7.7 (c))”; “Offside Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))”.

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