1988 Volkswagen Transporter 2.1L Petrol · F261 FOD
1988 Volkswagen Transporter (2.1L, petrol). First registered 01 Sept 1988. Recorded mileage 188,298 miles. MOT valid until 20 Apr 2027. Taxed until 01 May 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER
- Year / Origin
- 1988 · Nottingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 20 Apr 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 May 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 188,298 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- PETROL · 2.1L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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F261 FOD Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 13/04/2026
- 188,298 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
F261 FOD 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 1988 Volkswagen Transporter (F261 FOD) between May 2022 and April 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 7 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (4 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 7 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.
F261 FOD Mileage History
- 24/05/2022182,717 mi
- 13/04/2023185,367 mi+2,650 mi
- 22/04/2024186,980 mi+1,613 mi
- 04/04/2025187,431 mi+451 mi
- 13/04/2026188,298 mi+867 mi
Average of roughly 1,435 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent
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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