The road tax status for L243 BDF is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for L243 BDF?

The MOT for L243 BDF is valid and due for renewal on or before 19 August 2027.

What is the recorded mileage of L243 BDF?

The recorded mileage for L243 BDF is 179,198 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is L243 BDF ULEZ compliant?

No, L243 BDF 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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1994 Volkswagen Transporter 2.4L Diesel · L243 BDF

L243 BDF

1994 Volkswagen Transporter (2.4L, diesel). First registered 20/05/1994. Recorded mileage 179,198 miles. MOT valid until 19/08/2027.

Make & Model: VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER
Year / Origin: 1994 · Stanmore (Wimbledon)
MOT Status: Valid until 19/08/2027
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 179,198 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: Diesel · 2.4L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Mileage: 179,198 mi
Fuel Type: Diesel
Year: 1994
Engine: 2370cc

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L243 BDF Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 21/08/2026
179,198 miles recorded at latest MOT
2 historical MOT failures
6 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring lighting items (10 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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! Average MOT pass rate (60%)

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L243 BDF Mileage History

22/04/2024176,643 mi
04/04/2025177,713 mi+1,070 mi
14/04/2025177,715 mi+2 mi
21/08/2026179,198 mi+1,483 mi
21/08/2026179,198 mi

Average of roughly 1,096 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

L243 BDF MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 13 Sept 2026, 22:10

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1994 Volkswagen Transporter (L243 BDF) between April 2024 and August 2026.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 21 August 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: Lighting (10 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (4 issues), Suspension (3 issues), Bodywork (2 issues), Steering (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 12 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: “Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Front Upper Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn both sides (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Front Direction indicator not working (4.4.1 (a) (ii))”.

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