1987 Volkswagen Transporter 1.9L Petrol · D576 RND

The Volkswagen Transporter presents as roadworthy following the most recent DVSA examination on 18 March 2026 at 31,506 miles, where the tester issued a pass with no defects recorded. The maintenance trend is stable, with four consecutive tests between 2022 and 2026 showing no advisories or mechanical faults. A failed entry on the same date as the pass appears administrative rather than mechanical, as the failure carried no recorded defects. The recorded mileage of 31,506 reflects exceptionally light use for a 39 year old vehicle, averaging roughly 808 miles per year. The gap between the 9 June 2022 test at 31,015 miles and the 14 April 2025 test at 31,177 miles shows only 162 miles accumulated across nearly three years, implying long periods of storage. From April 2025 to March 2026 the van covered 329 miles, consistent with occasional recreational use rather than daily driving. A clean MOT history with zero advisories across all entries gives no direct evidence of worn suspension bushes, corroded structural members, or failing brake components. Low mileage combined with age still warrants physical inspection of perishable items the test may not capture. Rubber brake hoses, coolant hoses, and door seal condition degrade with time regardless of distance travelled. Prospective buyers should verify underside structural integrity for rust given the vehicle's age and likely outdoor storage. Check the condition of tyres for sidewall cracking from prolonged standing, and confirm brake discs are free from pitting after low use. The absence of recorded faults suggests a cared for example, but static storage carries risks invisible to the MOT record.