1987 Volkswagen Transporter 1.6L Diesel · E531 BAW
1987 Volkswagen Transporter (1.6L, diesel). First registered 01/12/1987. Recorded mileage 156,107 miles. MOT valid until 27/04/2027. Taxed until 01/09/2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER
- Year / Origin
- 1987 · Chelmsford
- MOT Status
- Valid until 27/04/2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01/09/2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 156,107 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- DIESEL
- Year
- 1987
- Engine
- 1600cc
E531 BAW Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 29/04/2026
- 156,107 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 6 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent
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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E531 BAW Mileage History
- 22/04/2022150,456 mi
- 26/04/2023151,052 mi+596 mi
- 24/04/2024151,177 mi+125 mi
- 24/04/2025153,930 mi+2,753 mi
- 29/04/2026156,107 mi+2,177 mi
Average of roughly 1,406 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
E531 BAW 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 1987 Volkswagen Transporter (E531 BAW) between April 2022 and April 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 7 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (2 issues), Steering (2 issues), Bodywork (2 issues), Suspension (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 7 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.
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