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E256 LLT

1988 Volkswagen Transporter

White Diesel 1588cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires1 Apr 2027
Tests29 (21 pass, 8 fail)
Pass rate72.4%

Mileage

352,740 mi
Last recorded352,740 miles
Recorded on1 Apr 2026
Typical for 1988 Volkswagen Transporter126,992 mi

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationE256 LLT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year1988
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1,588cc

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MOT History

21 pass 8 fail
Pass 1 Apr 2026 352,740 miles

Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security front to rear on the undside of the van (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 13 Mar 2025 352,384 miles

Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security front to rear on the underside (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 19 Mar 2024 348,262 miles

Vehicle structure or chassis corroded within 30cm of a mounting, but not seriously affecting overall security front to rear on the underside of the van (6.2.2 (d) (i))

Pass 10 Mar 2023 345,050 miles

Vehicle structure is corroded but structural rigidity is not significantly reduced front to rear on ther underside of the van (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 22 Mar 2022 341,317 miles
Pass 9 Mar 2021 337,736 miles
Fail 8 Mar 2021 337,736 miles

Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Offside Front Brake pad(s) less than 1.5 mm thick (1.1.13 (a) (ii)) DANGEROUS

Pass 16 Mar 2020 333,633 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2020 333,633 miles

Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))

Pass 13 Mar 2019 325,623 miles
Pass 12 Mar 2018 317,013 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 13 Mar 2017 306,286 miles

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 8 Mar 2017 306,286 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Nearside front brake binding (3.7.B.1)

Offside rear brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.5a)

Offside rear parking brake recording little or no effort (3.7.B.6a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.B.7)

Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (3.7.B.5b)

Offside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 21 Mar 2016 296,838 miles
Fail 16 Mar 2016 296,830 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Parking brake: efficiency below requirements (3.7.C.1b)

Pass 27 Mar 2015 292,559 miles

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Offside rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

nearside front brake slightly binding

Fail 23 Mar 2015 292,559 miles

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has excessive play (2.6.2)

Parking brake lever has no reserve travel (3.1.6b)

Offside rear parking (secondary) brake grabbing slightly (3.7.B.6b)

Nearside Front Body has slight corrosion (6.1.B.2)

Offside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

nearside front brake slightly binding

Pass 2 Apr 2014 287,472 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Fail 2 Apr 2014 287,470 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (1.4.B.1b)

Nearside Headlamp aim aimed so that it dazzles other road users (1.8.A.1a)

Offside Stop lamp not working (1.2.1b)

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 14 Mar 2013 286,320 miles

Oil leak

Rear rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 23 Mar 2012 280,398 miles

Rear rear brake juddering slightly (3.7.A.5b)

Pass 10 Mar 2011 277,376 miles

Oil leak

Temporary fuel cap fitted

back box slight loose

front number plate slight damaged

steering rack slight loose

Fail 8 Mar 2011 277,356 miles

Front Windscreen wiper blade insecure (8.2.2)

Horn not working (1.6.2a)

Offside Front Seat belt insecurely fixed to the vehicles structure (5.2.1a)

Rear Rear fog lamp not working (1.3.2b)

Oil leak

Temporary fuel cap fitted

back box slight loose

front number plate slight damaged

steering rack slight loose

Pass 16 Mar 2010 275,376 miles
Pass 30 Mar 2009 274,306 miles
Fail 27 Mar 2009 274,306 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose bulging under pressure (3.6.B.3)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Pass 11 Mar 2008 272,734 miles

Nearside Rear wheel bearing has slight play (2.6.2)

Pass 5 Jan 2007 261,084 miles
Pass 6 Jan 2006 254,436 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Transporter?

Based on 5,346,355 MOT tests across 357,225 vehicles.

73.0%
Pass Rate
5,816
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
357,225
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 89,943
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 68,503
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 59,686
position lamp(s) not working 56,717
Stop lamp not working 56,335
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E256 LLT is a 1988 Volkswagen Transporter in White with a 1,588cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 29 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 72.4%.

Across all 1988 Volkswagen Transporter models, the average MOT pass rate is 68.5% with a typical mileage of 126,992 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Transporter fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 89,943 recorded failures. If you're considering buying E256 LLT, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Transporter typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 38 years old, this Volkswagen Transporter is approaching the upper end of the typical lifespan for this model.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was E256 LLT registered?

E256 LLT is a 1988 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 31 December 1988.

Is E256 LLT safe to buy?

The MOT history for E256 LLT shows 29 tests with a 72.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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