1997 Volkswagen Transporter 1.9L Diesel · R502 DDM
1997 Volkswagen Transporter (1.9L, diesel). First registered 29/08/1997. Recorded mileage 105,395 miles. MOT valid until 29/07/2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER
- Year / Origin
- 1997 · Reading
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 29/07/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 105,395 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.9L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 1997
- Engine
- 1896cc
R502 DDM Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 31/07/2026
- 105,395 miles recorded at latest MOT
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (12 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
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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R502 DDM Mileage History
- 06/07/202299,528 mi
- 03/07/2023101,208 mi+1,680 mi
- 03/07/2024102,372 mi+1,164 mi
- 03/07/2025103,443 mi+1,071 mi
- 31/07/2026105,395 mi+1,952 mi
Average of roughly 1,442 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
R502 DDM 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 1997 Volkswagen Transporter (R502 DDM) between July 2022 and July 2026.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 14 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (12 issues), Bodywork (2 issues), Lighting (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.
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