1996 Volkswagen Transporter 2.4L Diesel · N488 AHN
1996 Volkswagen Transporter (2.4L, diesel). First registered 01/03/1996. Recorded mileage 131,778 miles. MOT valid until 27/07/2027. Taxed until 01/09/2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER
- Year / Origin
- 1996 · Newcastle
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 27/07/2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01/09/2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 131,778 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 2.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- DIESEL
- Year
- 1996
- Engine
- 2370cc
N488 AHN Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 22/07/2026
- 131,778 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring bodywork & corrosion items (5 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
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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N488 AHN Mileage History
- 16/09/2022116,892 mi
- 15/09/2023120,674 mi+3,782 mi
- 30/10/2024124,714 mi+4,040 mi
- 29/07/2025128,084 mi+3,370 mi
- 22/07/2026131,778 mi+3,694 mi
Average of roughly 3,869 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
N488 AHN 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 (N488 AHN) between September 2022 and July 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 13 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Bodywork (5 issues), Suspension (4 issues), Brakes (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 13 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.
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