Official DVLA Record

1997 Volkswagen Transporter 2.4L Diesel · P66 RAM

P66 RAM

1997 Volkswagen Transporter (2.4L, diesel). First registered 01/02/1997. Recorded mileage 66,671 miles. MOT status: Expired. Currently declared SORN.

Make & Model
VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER
Year / Origin
1997 · Preston
MOT Status
Valid until 08/07/2026
Road Tax
SORN
Recorded Mileage
66,671 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
DIESEL · 2.4L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 08/07/2026
Tax Status
SORN
Statutory Off Road (SORN)
Fuel Type
DIESEL
Year
1997
Engine
2370cc

P66 RAM Key Findings

  • 5 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 10/07/2025
  • 66,671 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 2 historical MOT failures
  • 9 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring brakes items (14 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
45
/ 100 · Below Average
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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.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
! Average MOT pass rate (60%)
! Older vehicle
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P66 RAM Mileage History

  1. 21/10/202266,320 mi
  2. 03/10/202366,519 mi+199 mi
  3. 09/07/202566,671 mi+152 mi
  4. 10/07/202566,671 mi

Average of roughly 129 miles per year across 4 recorded odometer readings.

P66 RAM MOT History

Live data last synced with DVSA: 5 Sept 2026, 01:39
MOT Analysis

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 (P66 RAM) between May 2022 and July 2025.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 10 July 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 (14 issues), Bodywork (9 issues), Suspension (6 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Tyres (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 33 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: “Front Fuel system component leaking Spill pipes (6.1.3 (b) (i))”; “Offside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced outer sill i”; “Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner ”.

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