No, R245 AJO is currently registered under SORN (Statutory Off Road Notification) with the DVLA.

When is the MOT due for R245 AJO?

The MOT for R245 AJO is valid and due for renewal on or before 27 April 2026.

What is the recorded mileage of R245 AJO?

The recorded mileage for R245 AJO is 277,609 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is R245 AJO ULEZ compliant?

No, R245 AJO 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

1998 Volkswagen Caravelle 2.5L Diesel · R245 AJO

R245 AJO

1998 Volkswagen Caravelle (2.5L, diesel). First registered 20/03/1998. Recorded mileage 277,609 miles. MOT status: Expired. Currently declared SORN.

Make & Model: VOLKSWAGEN CARAVELLE
Year / Origin: 1998 · Reading
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 27/04/2026
Road Tax: SORN
Recorded Mileage: 277,609 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: Diesel · 2.5L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

MOT Status

Expired

Valid until 27/04/2026

Tax Status

SORN

Statutory Off Road (SORN)

Mileage: 277,609 mi
Fuel Type: Diesel
Year: 1998
Engine: 2460cc

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R245 AJO Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 29/04/2025
277,609 miles recorded at latest MOT
2 historical MOT failures
3 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring brakes items (6 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

/ 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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R245 AJO Mileage History

28/03/2023265,407 mi
02/04/2024269,921 mi+4,514 mi
15/04/2024269,923 mi+2 mi
15/04/2025277,590 mi+7,667 mi
29/04/2025277,609 mi+19 mi

Average of roughly 5,841 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

R245 AJO MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 28 Sept 2026, 12:51

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1998 Volkswagen Caravelle (R245 AJO) between March 2023 and April 2025.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 29 April 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 (6 issues), Steering (5 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (3 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Bodywork (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.

Recorded failure items include: “Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))”; “Offside Rear Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))”; “Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (”.

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