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When is the MOT due for P982 BLJ?

The MOT for P982 BLJ is valid and due for renewal on or before 25 November 2026.

What is the recorded mileage of P982 BLJ?

The recorded mileage for P982 BLJ is 254,836 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is P982 BLJ ULEZ compliant?

No, P982 BLJ does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

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1997 Volkswagen Transporter 1.9L Diesel · P982 BLJ

P982 BLJ

1997 Volkswagen Transporter (1.9L, diesel). First registered 21/05/1997. Recorded mileage 254,836 miles. MOT valid until 25/11/2026.

Make & Model: VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER
Year / Origin: 1997 · Preston
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 25/11/2026
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 254,836 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: Diesel · 1.9L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Mileage: 254,836 mi
Fuel Type: Diesel
Year: 1997
Engine: 1896cc

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P982 BLJ Key Findings

31 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 07/11/2025
254,836 miles recorded at latest MOT
11 historical MOT failures
5 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring suspension items (30 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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! Average MOT pass rate (60%)

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P982 BLJ Mileage History

05/07/2006116,821 mi
17/07/2007123,318 mi+6,497 mi
20/07/2007123,418 mi+100 mi
21/06/2008165,195 mi+41,777 mi
11/07/2009171,139 mi+5,944 mi
15/07/2009171,203 mi+64 mi
16/07/2010176,687 mi+5,484 mi
12/07/2011181,603 mi+4,916 mi
11/07/2012186,442 mi+4,839 mi
16/07/2012186,485 mi+43 mi
01/07/2013191,149 mi+4,664 mi
01/07/2013191,149 mi
07/07/2014195,760 mi+4,611 mi
07/07/2014195,760 mi
14/07/2015201,037 mi+5,277 mi
14/07/2015201,037 mi
05/07/2016206,490 mi+5,453 mi
12/07/2016206,490 mi
11/09/2017213,308 mi+6,818 mi
13/09/2017213,321 mi+13 mi
22/11/2018220,226 mi+6,905 mi
26/11/2018220,296 mi+70 mi
08/11/2019225,108 mi+4,812 mi
20/11/2020230,904 mi+5,796 mi
22/11/2021237,400 mi+6,496 mi
11/11/2022242,020 mi+4,620 mi
10/11/2023246,333 mi+4,313 mi
15/11/2023246,380 mi+47 mi
29/10/2024250,388 mi+4,008 mi
07/11/2024250,465 mi+77 mi
07/11/2025254,836 mi+4,371 mi

Average of roughly 7,135 miles per year across 31 recorded odometer readings.

P982 BLJ MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 6 Oct 2026, 14:37

MOT Analysis

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31 MOT tests are recorded for this 1997 Volkswagen Transporter (P982 BLJ) between July 2006 and November 2025.

The record contains 20 passes and 11 failures.

The most recent test on 07 November 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 11 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (30 issues), Lighting (24 issues), Brakes (21 issues), Tyres (13 issues), Steering (13 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 86 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: “Nearside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural stren”; “Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural streng”; “Offside Rear Suspension spring mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength ”.

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