Official DVLA Record

1999 Volkswagen Transporter 2.5L Diesel · S284 HDM

S284 HDM

1999 Volkswagen Transporter (2.5L, diesel). First registered 12/01/1999. Recorded mileage 274,825 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model
VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER
Year / Origin
1999 · Glasgow
Safety Recall
Unknown
MOT Status
Valid until 04/10/2026
Road Tax
—
Recorded Mileage
274,825 mi
ULEZ Compliance
Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine
Diesel · 2.5L
Reliability Guide
Common Faults
MOT Status
Expired
Valid until 04/10/2026
Tax Status
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Fuel Type
Diesel
Year
1999
Engine
2459cc

S284 HDM Key Findings

  • 35 MOT tests recorded
  • Latest MOT passed on 06/10/2025
  • 274,825 miles recorded at latest MOT
  • 16 historical MOT failures
  • 7 defects noted at the latest MOT
  • Recurring suspension items (42 mentions)

Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.

MOT Roadworthiness Analysis
45
/ 100 · Below Average
DVSA Test Records Evaluated

MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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.

✗ MOT Expired or Failed
! Tax Status Unknown
! Average MOT pass rate (60%)
! Older vehicle
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S284 HDM Mileage History

  1. 18/05/2006106,223 mi
  2. 01/06/2006106,928 mi+705 mi
  3. 06/09/2007126,183 mi+19,255 mi
  4. 05/11/2008145,756 mi+19,573 mi
  5. 13/11/2009155,037 mi+9,281 mi
  6. 18/11/2009155,095 mi+58 mi
  7. 28/10/2010167,111 mi+12,016 mi
  8. 29/10/2010167,111 mi
  9. 14/11/2011183,311 mi+16,200 mi
  10. 16/11/2011183,331 mi+20 mi
  11. 16/11/2012194,189 mi+10,858 mi
  12. 29/11/2012194,713 mi+524 mi
  13. 28/11/201320,459 mi-174,254 mi
  14. 05/12/2013204,626 mi+184,167 mi
  15. 17/12/2014211,666 mi+7,040 mi
  16. 30/12/2014211,672 mi+6 mi
  17. 30/12/2015216,688 mi+5,016 mi
  18. 11/01/2016216,688 mi
  19. 14/12/2016220,545 mi+3,857 mi
  20. 10/11/2017223,489 mi+2,944 mi
  21. 30/11/2017223,489 mi
  22. 26/11/2018230,468 mi+6,979 mi
  23. 28/11/2018230,468 mi
  24. 28/11/2019240,076 mi+9,608 mi
  25. 18/12/2020251,401 mi+11,325 mi
  26. 24/12/2020251,401 mi
  27. 07/12/2021262,622 mi+11,221 mi
  28. 07/12/2021262,622 mi
  29. 08/12/2022271,361 mi+8,739 mi
  30. 06/07/2023271,845 mi+484 mi
  31. 17/07/2023271,848 mi+3 mi
  32. 17/09/2024273,472 mi+1,624 mi
  33. 01/10/2024273,532 mi+60 mi
  34. 30/09/2025274,816 mi+1,284 mi
  35. 06/10/2025274,825 mi+9 mi

Average of roughly 8,697 miles per year across 35 recorded odometer readings.

Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.

S284 HDM MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 5 Oct 2026, 06:56
MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

35 MOT tests are recorded for this 1999 Volkswagen Transporter (S284 HDM) between May 2006 and October 2025.

The record contains 19 passes and 16 failures.

The most recent test on 06 October 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: Suspension (42 issues), Brakes (37 issues), Tyres (18 issues), Lighting (17 issues), Bodywork (11 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 80 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 Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))”; “Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural streng”.

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