The road tax status for R455 LCG is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for R455 LCG?

The MOT for R455 LCG is valid and due for renewal on or before 4 August 2027.

What is the recorded mileage of R455 LCG?

The recorded mileage for R455 LCG is 153,474 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is R455 LCG ULEZ compliant?

No, R455 LCG 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

MOT Valid

1997 Volkswagen Caravelle 2.8L Lpg · R455 LCG

R455 LCG

1997 Volkswagen Caravelle (2.8L, lpg). First registered 14/10/1997. Recorded mileage 153,474 miles. MOT valid until 04/08/2027.

Make & Model: VOLKSWAGEN CARAVELLE
Year / Origin: 1997 · Reading
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 04/08/2027
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 153,474 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required
Fuel & Engine: LPG · 2.8L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Mileage: 153,474 mi
Fuel Type: LPG
Year: 1997
Engine: 2792cc

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R455 LCG Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 04/08/2026
153,474 miles recorded at latest MOT
5 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring suspension items (4 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

/ 100 · Good

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MOT Roadworthiness: Good

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R455 LCG Mileage History

08/06/2022149,072 mi
09/06/2023151,796 mi+2,724 mi
06/08/2024152,577 mi+781 mi
05/08/2025153,346 mi+769 mi
04/08/2026153,474 mi+128 mi

Average of roughly 1,059 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

R455 LCG MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 25 Sept 2026, 02:57

MOT Analysis

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 Caravelle (R455 LCG) between June 2022 and August 2026.

The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.

The record shows no MOT failures, although 4 advisory notices note items to monitor.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (4 issues), Brakes (2 issues), Steering (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue), Bodywork (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 4 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.

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