1996 Volkswagen Transporter 1.9L Diesel · N153 DTJ
1996 Volkswagen Transporter (1.9L, diesel). First registered 04 Apr 1996. Recorded mileage 164,228 miles. MOT expired on 07 Apr 2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER
- Year / Origin
- 1996 · Newcastle
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 07 Apr 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 164,228 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.9L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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N153 DTJ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 09/04/2025
- 164,228 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
N153 DTJ 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 DTJ) between March 2023 and April 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 09 April 2025 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: Brakes (4 issues), Bodywork (3 issues), Steering (2 issues). 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.
Recorded failure items include: “Oil leaking excessively from engine (8.4.1 (a) (i))”; “Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel Rear both (1.2.1 (a) (i))”; “Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))”.
N153 DTJ Mileage History
- 30/03/2023153,937 mi
- 03/04/2024159,176 mi+5,239 mi
- 05/04/2024159,176 mi
- 08/04/2025164,228 mi+5,052 mi
- 09/04/2025164,228 mi
Average of roughly 5,072 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below 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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