1985 Volkswagen Transporter 1.6L Diesel · C814 BVR
1985 Volkswagen Transporter (1.6L, diesel). First registered 07/10/1985. Recorded mileage 69,219 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER
- Year / Origin
- 1985 · Cardiff
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 23/06/2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 69,219 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 1985
- Engine
- 1588cc
C814 BVR Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 25/06/2025
- 69,219 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring bodywork & corrosion items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
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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C814 BVR Mileage History
- 28/05/202251,828 mi
- 28/05/202251,828 mi
- 13/06/202356,708 mi+4,880 mi
- 10/06/202463,436 mi+6,728 mi
- 25/06/202569,219 mi+5,783 mi
Average of roughly 5,651 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
C814 BVR 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 1985 Volkswagen Transporter (C814 BVR) between May 2022 and June 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 25 June 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 (6 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Steering (1 issue), Tyres (1 issue), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 10 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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