Yes, R673 BVU is taxed. Road tax is currently valid until 1 February 2027 according to DVLA records.

When is the MOT due for R673 BVU?

The MOT for R673 BVU is valid and due for renewal on or before 1 July 2026.

What is the recorded mileage of R673 BVU?

The recorded mileage for R673 BVU is 223,562 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is R673 BVU ULEZ compliant?

No, R673 BVU does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

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1998 Volkswagen Transporter 1.9L Diesel · R673 BVU

R673 BVU

1998 Volkswagen Transporter (1.9L, diesel). First registered 01/03/1998. Recorded mileage 223,562 miles. MOT status: Expired. Taxed until 01/02/2027.

Make & Model: VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER
Year / Origin: 1998 · Reading
MOT Status: Valid until 01/07/2026
Road Tax: Taxed (01/02/2027)
Recorded Mileage: 223,562 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: DIESEL · 1.9L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

MOT Status

Expired

Valid until 01/07/2026

Tax Status

Taxed

Tax due 01/02/2027

Mileage: 223,562 mi
Fuel Type: DIESEL
Year: 1998
Engine: 1896cc

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R673 BVU Key Findings

5 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 03/07/2025
223,562 miles recorded at latest MOT
2 historical MOT failures
3 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring brakes items (5 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

/ 100 · Below Average

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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed

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! Average MOT pass rate (60%)

✗ 1 dangerous defects found recently

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R673 BVU Mileage History

07/03/2023214,908 mi
16/02/2024218,922 mi+4,014 mi
29/02/2024218,945 mi+23 mi
12/02/2025223,238 mi+4,293 mi
03/07/2025223,562 mi+324 mi

Average of roughly 3,722 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.

R673 BVU MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 4 Sept 2026, 21:44

MOT Analysis

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5 MOT tests are recorded for this 1998 Volkswagen Transporter (R673 BVU) between March 2023 and July 2025.

The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.

The most recent test on 03 July 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 (5 issues), Bodywork (4 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Steering (2 issues), Suspension (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 Vehicle structure strengthening plate or fastening so insecure that structural rigidity is seriously reduce”; “Nearside Front Brake pipe excessively corroded to rear x2 (1.1.11 (c))”; “Brake load sensing valve seized but ABS functioning (1.1.17 (c) (i))”.

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