1987 Volkswagen Transporter 1.6L Diesel · E243 HCG
1987 Volkswagen Transporter (1.6L, diesel). First registered 06/11/1987. Recorded mileage 146,233 miles. MOT valid until 06/08/2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER
- Year / Origin
- 1987 · Chelmsford
- MOT Status
- Valid until 06/08/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 146,233 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 1987
- Engine
- 1570cc
E243 HCG Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 21/07/2026
- 146,233 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (8 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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E243 HCG Mileage History
- 08/08/2023143,247 mi
- 06/08/2024144,719 mi+1,472 mi
- 04/08/2025145,551 mi+832 mi
- 21/07/2026146,233 mi+682 mi
- 21/07/2026146,233 mi
Average of roughly 1,012 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
E243 HCG 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 1987 Volkswagen Transporter (E243 HCG) between August 2023 and July 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 21 July 2026 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: Suspension (8 issues), Tyres (3 issues), Windscreen (2 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 14 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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