The road tax status for N831 DFS is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for N831 DFS?

The MOT for N831 DFS is valid and due for renewal on or before 23 May 2027.

What is the recorded mileage of N831 DFS?

The recorded mileage for N831 DFS is 179,125 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is N831 DFS ULEZ compliant?

No, N831 DFS does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

MOT Valid

1996 Volkswagen Transporter 2.4L Diesel · N831 DFS

N831 DFS

1996 Volkswagen Transporter (2.4L, diesel). First registered 10/01/1996. Recorded mileage 179,125 miles. MOT valid until 23/05/2027.

Make & Model: VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER
Year / Origin: 1996 · Newcastle
MOT Status: Valid until 23/05/2027
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 179,125 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: Diesel · 2.4L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Valid until 23/05/2027

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Mileage: 179,125 mi
Fuel Type: Diesel
Year: 1996
Engine: 2370cc

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N831 DFS Key Findings

3 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 25/05/2026
179,125 miles recorded at latest MOT
1 historical MOT failure
No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Recurring brakes items (6 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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! Average MOT pass rate (67%)

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N831 DFS Mileage History

17/10/2023176,950 mi
20/10/2023176,951 mi+1 mi
25/05/2026179,125 mi+2,174 mi

Average of roughly 835 miles per year across 3 recorded odometer readings.

N831 DFS MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 10 Sept 2026, 01:25

MOT Analysis

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3 MOT tests are recorded for this 1996 Volkswagen Transporter (N831 DFS) between October 2023 and May 2026.

The record contains 2 passes and 1 failure.

The most recent test on 25 May 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (6 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Lighting (1 issue), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 6 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: “Rear Brake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired (1.1.17 (a))”; “Offside Front Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))”; “Front Windscreen washer not working (3.5 (a))”.

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