1987 Volkswagen Transporter 1.9L Diesel · D588 LRH
1987 Volkswagen Transporter (1.9L, diesel). First registered 01 Apr 1987. Recorded mileage 150,032 miles. MOT expired on 10 Apr 2025. Currently declared SORN.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER
- Year / Origin
- 1987 · Chester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 10 Apr 2025
- Road Tax
- SORN
- Recorded Mileage
- 150,032 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 1.9L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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D588 LRH Key Findings
- 2 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 12/04/2024
- 150,032 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
D588 LRH MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
2 MOT tests are recorded for this 1987 Volkswagen Transporter (D588 LRH) between March 2023 and April 2024.
The record contains 2 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 6 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (2 issues), Steering (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 6 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.
D588 LRH Mileage History
- 10/03/2023149,906 mi
- 12/04/2024150,032 mi+126 mi
Average of roughly 115 miles per year across 2 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: 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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