1997 Volkswagen Transporter 2.4L Diesel · P908 APR
1997 Volkswagen Transporter (2.4L, diesel). First registered 01 Apr 1997. Recorded mileage 157,819 miles. MOT valid until 17 Nov 2026. Taxed until 01 Aug 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER
- Year / Origin
- 1997 · Preston
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 17 Nov 2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Aug 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 157,819 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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P908 APR Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 18/11/2025
- 157,819 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring bodywork & corrosion items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
P908 APR 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 (P908 APR) between November 2021 and November 2025.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 6 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Bodywork (3 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Brakes (1 issue), Suspension (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 6 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.
P908 APR Mileage History
- 08/11/2021143,448 mi
- 07/11/2022147,093 mi+3,645 mi
- 01/11/2023150,763 mi+3,670 mi
- 04/11/2024154,658 mi+3,895 mi
- 18/11/2025157,819 mi+3,161 mi
Average of roughly 3,568 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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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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