1986 Volkswagen Transporter 1.6L Petrol · D228 FLJ
1986 Volkswagen Transporter (1.6L, petrol). First registered 03/10/1986. Recorded mileage 170,519 miles. MOT valid until 28/07/2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER
- Year / Origin
- 1986 · Chester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 28/07/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 170,519 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 1986
- Engine
- 1588cc
D228 FLJ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 30/07/2026
- 170,519 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 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: 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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D228 FLJ Mileage History
- 08/04/2022168,327 mi
- 05/07/2023169,580 mi+1,253 mi
- 02/07/2024169,859 mi+279 mi
- 27/06/2025170,395 mi+536 mi
- 30/07/2026170,519 mi+124 mi
Average of roughly 509 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
D228 FLJ 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 1986 Volkswagen Transporter (D228 FLJ) between April 2022 and July 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 4 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (2 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue), Brakes (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.
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