1987 Volkswagen Transporter 1.9L Lpg · E533 HLC
1987 Volkswagen Transporter (1.9L, lpg). First registered 09 Dec 1987. Recorded mileage 188,152 miles. MOT valid until 01 Sept 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER
- Year / Origin
- 1987 · Chelmsford
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 01 Sept 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 188,152 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required
- Fuel & Engine
- LPG · 1.9L
- Reliability Guide
- Available on IAGC
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E533 HLC Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 27/08/2026
- 188,152 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
E533 HLC 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 (E533 HLC) between August 2023 and August 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 27 August 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 (4 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 9 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.
E533 HLC Mileage History
- 31/08/2023187,518 mi
- 21/08/2024188,107 mi+589 mi
- 21/08/2024188,107 mi
- 20/08/2025188,149 mi+42 mi
- 27/08/2026188,152 mi+3 mi
Average of roughly 212 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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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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