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1997 Volkswagen Transporter 1.9L Diesel · P918 FOM

P918 FOM

1997 Volkswagen Transporter (1.9L, diesel). First registered 01 Feb 1997. Recorded mileage 179,530 miles. MOT valid until 21 Jul 2027.

Make & Model
VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER
Year / Origin
1997 · Preston
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 21 Jul 2027
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
179,530 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 1.9L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Valid
Valid until 21 Jul 2027
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
1997
Engine
1896cc
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P918 FOM Key Findings

  • 2 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 23/07/2026
  • 179,530 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • No defects recorded at the latest MOT

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

P918 FOM MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 26 Oct 2026, 02:19
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

2 MOT tests are recorded for this 1997 Volkswagen Transporter (P918 FOM) between June 2022 and July 2026.

The record contains 2 passes and 0 failures.

The record shows no MOT failures, although 1 advisory notice notes an item to monitor.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 1 advisory notice is 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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ADVISORY

P918 FOM Mileage History

  1. 30/06/2022175,692 mi
  2. 23/07/2026179,530 mi+3,838 mi

Average of roughly 945 miles per year across 2 recorded odometer readings.

Technical Specifications

May be subject to ULEZ charges

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
85
/ 100 · Good
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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.

Valid MOT
Tax Status Unknown
Exceptional MOT pass rate (100%)
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