1996 Volkswagen Transporter 2.4L Diesel · P816 CRD
1996 Volkswagen Transporter (2.4L, diesel). First registered 01 Aug 1996. Recorded mileage 215,574 miles. MOT valid until 24 Feb 2027. Taxed until 01 Sept 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER
- Year / Origin
- 1996 · Preston
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 24 Feb 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Sept 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 215,574 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Available on IAGC
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P816 CRD Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 13/02/2026
- 215,574 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
P816 CRD 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 (P816 CRD) between February 2024 and February 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 13 February 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), Lighting (1 issue), Steering (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: “Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))”; “Central Front Engine mounting bracket excessively loose gearbox stabilizer bolt loose (6.1.8 (a) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))”.
P816 CRD Mileage History
- 20/02/2024213,729 mi
- 21/02/2024213,733 mi+4 mi
- 25/02/2025214,078 mi+345 mi
- 11/02/2026215,540 mi+1,462 mi
- 13/02/2026215,574 mi+34 mi
Average of roughly 930 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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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