1989 Volkswagen Transporter 1.6L Diesel · F393 AFL
1989 Volkswagen Transporter (1.6L, diesel). First registered 03 Mar 1989. Recorded mileage 124,073 miles. MOT valid until 26 Nov 2026. Taxed until 01 Feb 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER
- Year / Origin
- 1989 · Nottingham
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 26 Nov 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Feb 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 124,073 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.6L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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F393 AFL Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 27/11/2025
- 124,073 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 6 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring lighting items (9 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
F393 AFL 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 1989 Volkswagen Transporter (F393 AFL) between November 2021 and November 2025.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 21 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (9 issues), Suspension (7 issues), Bodywork (6 issues), Steering (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 21 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.
F393 AFL Mileage History
- 03/11/2021122,450 mi
- 14/11/2022122,790 mi+340 mi
- 07/11/2023123,529 mi+739 mi
- 13/11/2024123,977 mi+448 mi
- 27/11/2025124,073 mi+96 mi
Average of roughly 399 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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