1997 Volkswagen Transporter 1.9L Diesel · P181 CPK
1997 Volkswagen Transporter (1.9L, diesel). First registered 01/01/1997. Recorded mileage 268,712 miles. MOT valid until 28/06/2027. Taxed until 01/01/2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER
- Year / Origin
- 1997 · Preston
- MOT Status
- Valid until 28/06/2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01/01/2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 268,712 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 1.9L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- DIESEL
- Year
- 1997
- Engine
- 1896cc
P181 CPK Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 01/06/2026
- 268,712 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Excellent
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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P181 CPK Mileage History
- 20/06/2022262,085 mi
- 30/06/2023263,100 mi+1,015 mi
- 28/06/2024265,044 mi+1,944 mi
- 25/06/2025266,343 mi+1,299 mi
- 01/06/2026268,712 mi+2,369 mi
Average of roughly 1,679 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
P181 CPK 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 (P181 CPK) between June 2022 and June 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 11 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (4 issues), Windscreen (3 issues), Bodywork (3 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Steering (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 11 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.
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