1997 Volkswagen Transporter 2.5L Diesel · R81 OVJ
1997 Volkswagen Transporter (2.5L, diesel). First registered 24/09/1997. Recorded mileage 238,018 miles. MOT valid until 29/01/2027.
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 1997
- Engine
- 2459cc
R81 OVJ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 30/01/2026
- 238,018 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
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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R81 OVJ Mileage History
- 12/03/2024228,396 mi
- 19/03/2025230,763 mi+2,367 mi
- 19/03/2025230,763 mi
- 20/01/2026238,017 mi+7,254 mi
- 30/01/2026238,018 mi+1 mi
Average of roughly 5,103 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
R81 OVJ 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 1997 Volkswagen Transporter (R81 OVJ) between March 2024 and January 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 30 January 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
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