The road tax status for L397 HCF is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for L397 HCF?

The MOT for L397 HCF is valid and due for renewal on or before 9 April 2025.

What is the recorded mileage of L397 HCF?

The recorded mileage for L397 HCF is 78,434 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is L397 HCF ULEZ compliant?

No, L397 HCF 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

1994 Volkswagen Transporter 2.0L Petrol · L397 HCF

L397 HCF

1994 Volkswagen Transporter (2.0L, petrol). First registered 29/01/1994. Recorded mileage 78,434 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model: VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER
Year / Origin: 1994 · Stanmore (Wimbledon)
MOT Status: Valid until 09/04/2025
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 78,434 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 2.0L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Valid until 09/04/2025

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Mileage: 78,434 mi
Fuel Type: Petrol
Year: 1994
Engine: 1968cc

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L397 HCF Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 11/04/2024
78,434 miles recorded at latest MOT
2 historical MOT failures
8 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring exhaust & emissions items (7 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

/ 100 · Below Average

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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed

! Tax Status Unknown

! Average MOT pass rate (60%)

! Older vehicle

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L397 HCF Mileage History

16/11/202178,383 mi
17/11/202178,383 mi
24/11/202278,405 mi+22 mi
06/04/202478,433 mi+28 mi
11/04/202478,434 mi+1 mi

Average of roughly 21 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

L397 HCF MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 25 Sept 2026, 15:43

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1994 Volkswagen Transporter (L397 HCF) between November 2021 and April 2024.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 11 April 2024 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: Exhaust & Emissions (7 issues), Brakes (7 issues), Tyres (6 issues), Lighting (4 issues), Suspension (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 26 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: “Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))”; “Nearside Rear Service brake excessively binding (1.2.1 (f))”; “Nearside Front Seat belt anchorage loose clasp (7.1.1 (b))”.

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