1996 Volkswagen Transporter 1.9L Diesel · N453 BKE
1996 Volkswagen Transporter (1.9L, diesel). First registered 01 Mar 1996. Recorded mileage 130,276 miles. MOT valid until 28 Aug 2027. Taxed until 01 Jun 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER
- Year / Origin
- 1996 · Newcastle
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 28 Aug 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jun 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 130,276 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 1.9L
- Reliability Guide
- Available on IAGC
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N453 BKE Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 26/08/2026
- 130,276 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 8 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
N453 BKE 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 1996 Volkswagen Transporter (N453 BKE) between August 2024 and August 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 26 August 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: Brakes (6 issues), Steering (2 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 25 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: “Emissions unable to be completed Excessive engine coolant leak, engine could overheat (8.2.2.2 (e))”.
N453 BKE Mileage History
- 30/08/2024128,649 mi
- 26/08/2025129,786 mi+1,137 mi
- 26/08/2025129,786 mi
- 25/08/2026130,270 mi+484 mi
- 26/08/2026130,276 mi+6 mi
Average of roughly 818 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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