1998 Volkswagen Transporter 2.4L Diesel · R402 AUX
1998 Volkswagen Transporter (2.4L, diesel). First registered 02 Apr 1998. Recorded mileage 215,146 miles. MOT valid until 08 Jun 2027. Taxed until 01 Jun 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER
- Year / Origin
- 1998 · Reading
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 08 Jun 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jun 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 215,146 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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R402 AUX Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 04/06/2026
- 215,146 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (3 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
R402 AUX 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 1998 Volkswagen Transporter (R402 AUX) between June 2024 and June 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 04 June 2026 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: Suspension (3 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Lighting (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 3 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: “Offside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively damaged significantly reducing structural s”; “Nearside Rear Inner Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural”; “Offside Rear Outer Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural ”.
R402 AUX Mileage History
- 05/06/2024209,196 mi
- 23/05/2025213,759 mi+4,563 mi
- 10/06/2025213,760 mi+1 mi
- 07/05/2026215,145 mi+1,385 mi
- 04/06/2026215,146 mi+1 mi
Average of roughly 2,981 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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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.
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Buyer's Guide & Inspection Advisory
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Our Verdict
Exercise significant caution. While the
The primary focus for any buyer should be the quality of the repairs carried out to address the structural failures in May 2025 and May 2026. You should request detailed invoices and photographic evidence of the welding work performed on the sills and inner suspension mountings to ensure the repairs were permanent and not merely cosmetic.
Negotiate based on the evident age of the vehicle and the likelihood of further corrosion appearing in other areas of the chassis. Ensure you verify the current state of the brake pipes, as these have been a recurring point of failure and advisory in 2024 and 2025.
Equipped with a 2.5L diesel engine, this vehicle will have higher fuel consumption and emissions than modern equivalents. Tax and insurance costs will be influenced by its age and commercial classification, while maintenance costs are likely to be elevated due to the ongoing need for corrosion management and the wear associated with 215,146 miles.
Annual running costs are expected to be higher than average for a small van, primarily due to the potential for further structural repairs and the maintenance requirements of an older diesel engine.
Carefully inspect the sills and the inner suspension mounting areas, specifically the Nearside Rear and Offside Rear, where significant structural corrosion was recorded in May 2026. Look for signs of poor-quality welding or excessive underseal used to mask remaining rust.
Check the brake pipes, particularly on the offside front, following the failures and advisories noted in 2024 and 2025. Additionally, check the engine bay for evidence of the oil leak that caused a failure in May 2026 and was noted as a slight leak in June 2024.
This 1998 white Volkswagen Transporter has recorded 215,146 miles. The MOT history is characterised by repeated failures involving significant structural corrosion to the sills and suspension mountings in both 2025 and 2026. Although it passed its most recent test in June 2026, the frequency of these major structural issues suggests a vehicle heavily affected by age-related deterioration.
No aggregate data is available for this model, but this specific vehicle's history shows significant structural vulnerability to corrosion.
Reviewed by the IsItAGoodCar editorial team — Verified automotive analysis synthesized from official vehicle registries.
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