1998 Volkswagen Multivan 2.4L Diesel · S493 APM
1998 Volkswagen Multivan (2.4L, diesel). First registered 01/09/1998. Recorded mileage 192,771 miles. MOT valid until 16/03/2027. Taxed until 01/05/2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN MULTIVAN
- Year / Origin
- 1998 · Glasgow
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 16/03/2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01/05/2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 192,771 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 2.4L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- DIESEL
- Year
- 1998
- Engine
- 2370cc
S493 APM Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 17/03/2026
- 192,771 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (10 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
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.
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S493 APM Mileage History
- 04/03/2024184,186 mi
- 07/03/2024184,191 mi+5 mi
- 10/03/2025188,283 mi+4,092 mi
- 09/03/2026192,766 mi+4,483 mi
- 17/03/2026192,771 mi+5 mi
Average of roughly 4,221 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
S493 APM 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 1998 Volkswagen Multivan (S493 APM) between March 2024 and March 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 17 March 2026 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: Suspension (10 issues), Brakes (8 issues), Bodywork (5 issues), Steering (3 issues), Lighting (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 22 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: “Nearside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))”; “Offside Rear Service brake has no recorded effort at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (ii))”; “Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))”.
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