2004 Volkswagen Transporter 1.9L Diesel · OV54 FVC
2004 Volkswagen Transporter (1.9L, diesel). First registered 30 Sept 2004. Recorded mileage 215,636 miles. MOT valid until 17 Nov 2026. Taxed until 01 Aug 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Oxford
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 17 Nov 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Aug 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 215,636 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.9L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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OV54 FVC Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 12/11/2025
- 215,636 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
OV54 FVC 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 2004 Volkswagen Transporter (OV54 FVC) between November 2023 and November 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 12 November 2025 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 (6 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Suspension (2 issues), Windscreen (1 issue), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 4 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: “Nearside Front Prop shaft joint constant velocity boot no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 (g) (ii))”; “Rear Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))”; “Offside Rear Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))”.
OV54 FVC Mileage History
- 15/11/2023204,259 mi
- 15/11/2024208,655 mi+4,396 mi
- 18/11/2024208,656 mi+1 mi
- 10/11/2025215,632 mi+6,976 mi
- 12/11/2025215,636 mi+4 mi
Average of roughly 5,705 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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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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