1991 Volkswagen Transporter 2.4L Diesel · H438 GCR
1991 Volkswagen Transporter (2.4L, diesel). First registered 01 Apr 1991. Recorded mileage 314,973 km. MOT valid until 12 May 2027. Taxed until 01 Apr 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER
- Year / Origin
- 1991 · Bournemouth
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 12 May 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Apr 2027)
- Recorded Odometer
- 314,973 km
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Available on IAGC
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H438 GCR Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 14/05/2026
- 314,973 km recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (5 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
H438 GCR 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 1991 Volkswagen Transporter (H438 GCR) between April 2024 and May 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 14 May 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: Brakes (5 issues), Steering (4 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 18 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: “Nearside Front Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))”; “Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))”; “Offside Headlamp aim too high (4.1.2 (a))”.
H438 GCR Odometer History
- 18/04/2024314,973 km
- 03/04/2025314,973 km
- 08/04/2025314,973 km
- 17/04/2025314,973 km
- 14/05/2026314,973 km
Average of roughly 0 km per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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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