The road tax status for S163 JFV is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for S163 JFV?

The MOT for S163 JFV is valid and due for renewal on or before 6 March 2026.

What is the recorded mileage of S163 JFV?

The recorded mileage for S163 JFV is 223,678 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is S163 JFV ULEZ compliant?

No, S163 JFV 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 Transporter 1.9L Diesel · S163 JFV

S163 JFV

1998 Volkswagen Transporter (1.9L, diesel). First registered 10 Dec 1998. Recorded mileage 223,678 miles. MOT expired on 06 Mar 2026.

Make & Model: VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER
Year / Origin: 1998 · Glasgow
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Expired on 06 Mar 2026
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 223,678 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: Diesel · 1.9L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Year

1998

Engine

1896cc

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S163 JFV Key Findings

36 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 07/03/2025
223,678 miles recorded at latest MOT
16 historical MOT failures
No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Recurring brakes items (48 mentions)

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S163 JFV MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 3 Nov 2026, 06:32

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36 MOT tests are recorded for this 1998 Volkswagen Transporter (S163 JFV) between December 2005 and March 2025.

The record contains 20 passes and 16 failures.

The most recent test on 07 March 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 16 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (48 issues), Lighting (28 issues), Tyres (19 issues), Suspension (14 issues), Steering (9 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 69 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 Brake disc significantly and obviously worn (1.1.14 (a) (i))”; “Offside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))”; “Rear fog lamp not working (4.5.1 (a) (ii))”.

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S163 JFV Mileage History

17/12/200586,868 mi
17/12/200586,868 mi
13/12/200691,256 mi+4,388 mi
29/09/200794,485 mi+3,229 mi
18/02/200898,163 mi+3,678 mi
18/02/200898,163 mi
18/03/2009110,526 mi+12,363 mi
18/03/2009110,526 mi
10/02/2010121,212 mi+10,686 mi
10/02/2010121,212 mi
02/02/2011130,244 mi+9,032 mi
02/02/2011130,244 mi
26/01/2012135,090 mi+4,846 mi
08/02/2012135,237 mi+147 mi
14/12/2013138,089 mi+2,852 mi
24/11/2014140,943 mi+2,854 mi
09/12/2014141,226 mi+283 mi
08/12/2015146,808 mi+5,582 mi
15/12/2015146,883 mi+75 mi
06/12/2016152,739 mi+5,856 mi
16/12/2016152,891 mi+152 mi
22/11/2017159,235 mi+6,344 mi
28/11/2017159,237 mi+2 mi
10/12/2018164,076 mi+4,839 mi
17/12/2019173,700 mi+9,624 mi
13/01/2020173,701 mi+1 mi
14/01/2020173,701 mi
11/11/2020182,646 mi+8,945 mi
11/11/2020182,646 mi
11/11/2021199,449 mi+16,803 mi
07/02/2023205,707 mi+6,258 mi
27/02/2023205,710 mi+3 mi
20/02/2024213,354 mi+7,644 mi
21/02/2024213,357 mi+3 mi
24/02/2025223,675 mi+10,318 mi
07/03/2025223,678 mi+3 mi

Average of roughly 7,118 miles per year across 36 recorded odometer readings.

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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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