The road tax status for R257 ACL is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for R257 ACL?

The MOT for R257 ACL is valid and due for renewal on or before 30 May 2027.

What is the recorded mileage of R257 ACL?

The recorded mileage for R257 ACL is 124,906 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is R257 ACL ULEZ compliant?

No, R257 ACL 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

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1997 Volkswagen Caddy 1.9L Diesel · R257 ACL

R257 ACL

1997 Volkswagen Caddy (1.9L, diesel). First registered 01/10/1997. Recorded mileage 124,906 miles. MOT valid until 30/05/2027.

Make & Model: VOLKSWAGEN CADDY
Year / Origin: 1997 · Reading
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 30/05/2027
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 124,906 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: Diesel · 1.9L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

MOT Status

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Valid until 30/05/2027

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Mileage: 124,906 mi
Fuel Type: Diesel
Year: 1997
Engine: 1896cc

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R257 ACL Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 01/06/2026
124,906 miles recorded at latest MOT
2 historical MOT failures
No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Recurring brakes items (4 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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! Average MOT pass rate (60%)

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R257 ACL Mileage History

23/02/2024124,906 mi
17/04/2025124,906 mi
27/05/2025124,906 mi
26/05/2026124,906 mi
01/06/2026124,906 mi

Average of roughly 0 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

R257 ACL MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 17 Sept 2026, 16:49

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1997 Volkswagen Caddy (R257 ACL) between February 2024 and June 2026.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 01 June 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 (4 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 1 advisory notice is 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: “Emissions unable to be completed (8.2.2.2 (e))”; “Brake performance unable to be tested (1.2.1 (g))”; “Offside Front Brake hose excessively twisted (1.1.12 (b) (ii))”.

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