1996 Volkswagen Transporter 1.9L Diesel · N153 ADP
1996 Volkswagen Transporter (1.9L, diesel). First registered 01 May 1996. Recorded mileage 211,401 miles. MOT valid until 26 Apr 2027. Taxed until 01 Feb 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER
- Year / Origin
- 1996 · Newcastle
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 26 Apr 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Feb 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 211,401 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.9L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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N153 ADP Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 28/04/2026
- 211,401 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 6 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (9 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
N153 ADP 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 1996 Volkswagen Transporter (N153 ADP) between April 2024 and April 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 28 April 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (9 issues), Brakes (7 issues), Tyres (7 issues), Lighting (4 issues), Windscreen (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 28 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.
Recorded failure items include: “All direction indicators not working Dont flash (4.4.1 (a) (ii))”; “Parking brake lever is not capable of being maintained in operation by direct mechanical action only (1.1.6 (f))”; “Rear Tyre(s) of different sizes are fitted on the same axle. (5.2.3 (b))”.
N153 ADP Mileage History
- 11/04/2024190,917 mi
- 11/04/2025201,258 mi+10,341 mi
- 11/04/2025201,262 mi+4 mi
- 08/04/2026211,398 mi+10,136 mi
- 28/04/2026211,401 mi+3 mi
Average of roughly 10,018 miles per year across 5 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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