1994 Volkswagen Vento 1.8L Petrol · L954 DPG
1994 Volkswagen Vento (1.8L, petrol). First registered 23/03/1994. Recorded mileage 133,041 miles. MOT status: Expired.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN VENTO
- Year / Origin
- 1994 · Stanmore (Wimbledon)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 11/09/2023
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 133,041 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
- Fuel & Engine
- Petrol · 1.8L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
Archived Record
Registration no longer recorded by DVLA. This usually means the vehicle is now using a private plate.
- Fuel Type
- Petrol
- Year
- 1994
- Engine
- 1781cc
L954 DPG Key Findings
- 2 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 01/09/2022
- 133,041 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below 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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L954 DPG Mileage History
- 27/08/2022133,008 mi
- 01/09/2022133,041 mi+33 mi
Average of roughly 2,311 miles per year across 2 recorded odometer readings.
L954 DPG MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
2 MOT tests are recorded for this 1994 Volkswagen Vento (L954 DPG) between August 2022 and September 2022.
The record contains 1 pass and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 01 September 2022 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Buyer's Guide & Inspection Advisory
Expert automotive synthesis from historical MOT defect records and market benchmarks.
Our Verdict
Proceed with extreme caution. The vehicl
The primary concern is the four-year gap in MOT history from September 2022 to the present. You must establish why the vehicle has not been tested and whether it has been stored in a dry environment or left exposed to the elements. Negotiate the price heavily to account for the likely cost of bringing the vehicle back to a roadworthy standard.
Carefully examine the service records to see if any maintenance was performed during its period of inactivity. Given the age of the vehicle, focus on the condition of the fuel system and rubber components, which can perish when a car is not driven for extended periods.
As a 1994 model with a 1.8L petrol engine, fuel efficiency will be significantly lower than modern vehicles. Road tax will be based on the engine size and emissions standards of the era, while insurance groups for this model are typically low, although specialist classic insurance may be more appropriate.
Maintenance costs for a 32-year-old vehicle are often unpredictable. You should budget for the replacement of consumables and potential repairs to the cooling and braking systems that often occur after long-term storage.
A comprehensive mechanical inspection is essential due to the lack of MOT data since 2022. Inspect the tyres for flat spots and cracking, and check the brake discs for heavy corrosion. Ensure the engine starts and runs smoothly without excessive smoke, which could indicate seal failure from sitting idle.
Reference the 2022 MOT history; although the records show a failure on 2022-08-27 followed by a pass on 2022-09-01, the specific defects are not listed. You should ask for the original paperwork from that period to understand what was repaired to achieve the pass.
This 1994 blue Volkswagen Vento features a 1.8L petrol engine and has a recorded mileage of 133,041 miles. The MOT history is sparse, showing a failure and a subsequent pass in August and September 2022, with no tests recorded since. This significant gap in the vehicle's history suggests it has been off the road for several years.
No aggregate MOT data is available for the Volkswagen Vento to provide a statistical reliability benchmark.
Reviewed by the IsItAGoodCar editorial team — Verified automotive analysis synthesized from official vehicle registries.
Data Sources
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Historical fault & advisory patterns
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