1997 Volkswagen Transporter 2.5L Diesel · P798 BAP
1997 Volkswagen Transporter (2.5L, diesel). First registered 01/03/1997. Recorded mileage 198,164 miles. MOT valid until 22/08/2027. Taxed until 01/09/2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER
- Year / Origin
- 1997 · Preston
- MOT Status
- Valid until 22/08/2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01/09/2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 198,164 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- DIESEL
- Year
- 1997
- Engine
- 2459cc
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P798 BAP Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 24/08/2026
- 198,164 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (10 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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P798 BAP Mileage History
- 22/06/2022192,520 mi
- 24/08/2023193,080 mi+560 mi
- 17/08/2024194,424 mi+1,344 mi
- 19/08/2025196,517 mi+2,093 mi
- 24/08/2026198,164 mi+1,647 mi
Average of roughly 1,353 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
P798 BAP 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 (P798 BAP) between June 2022 and August 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 14 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (10 issues), Tyres (2 issues), Bodywork (1 issue), Exhaust & Emissions (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 14 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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