The road tax status for V298 ESF is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for V298 ESF?

The MOT for V298 ESF is valid and due for renewal on or before 12 December 2025.

What is the recorded mileage of V298 ESF?

The recorded mileage for V298 ESF is 143,074 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is V298 ESF ULEZ compliant?

No, V298 ESF 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

1999 Volkswagen Passat 1.8L Petrol · V298 ESF

V298 ESF

1999 Volkswagen Passat (1.8L, petrol). First registered 01 Oct 1999. Recorded mileage 143,074 miles. MOT expired on 12 Dec 2025.

Make & Model: VOLKSWAGEN PASSAT
Year / Origin: 1999 · Worcester
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Expired on 12 Dec 2025
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 143,074 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 1.8L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Year

1999

Engine

1781cc

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V298 ESF Key Findings

35 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT failed on 02/12/2025
143,074 miles recorded at latest MOT
15 historical MOT failures
7 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring tyres items (25 mentions)

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V298 ESF MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 3 Nov 2026, 13:59

MOT Analysis

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35 MOT tests are recorded for this 1999 Volkswagen Passat (V298 ESF) between October 2005 and December 2025.

The record contains 20 passes and 15 failures.

The most recent test on 02 December 2025 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (25 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (13 issues), Suspension (12 issues), Brakes (12 issues), Lighting (9 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 45 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: “Exhaust carbon monoxide content after 2nd fast idle exceeds default limits (8.2.1.2 (b))”; “Exhaust Lambda reading after 2nd fast idle outside specified limits (8.2.1.2 (c))”; “Exhaust hydrocarbon content after 2nd fast idle exceeds manufacturer's specified limits (8.2.1.2 (a))”.

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V298 ESF Mileage History

06/10/200533,201 mi
30/10/200643,017 mi+9,816 mi
30/10/200643,017 mi
12/11/200749,798 mi+6,781 mi
17/11/200857,881 mi+8,083 mi
17/11/200857,881 mi
24/11/200965,127 mi+7,246 mi
24/11/200965,127 mi
25/11/201072,066 mi+6,939 mi
25/11/201072,066 mi
05/12/201178,071 mi+6,005 mi
05/12/201178,071 mi
03/12/201285,015 mi+6,944 mi
02/12/201392,552 mi+7,537 mi
06/11/201499,650 mi+7,098 mi
30/11/2015106,886 mi+7,236 mi
30/11/2015106,886 mi
02/12/2016110,050 mi+3,164 mi
02/12/2016110,152 mi+102 mi
05/12/2017113,488 mi+3,336 mi
09/12/2017113,498 mi+10 mi
10/12/2018117,142 mi+3,644 mi
13/12/2018117,145 mi+3 mi
04/12/2019121,052 mi+3,907 mi
12/12/2019121,055 mi+3 mi
07/12/2020123,478 mi+2,423 mi
09/12/2020123,480 mi+2 mi
10/12/2021125,537 mi+2,057 mi
21/11/2022131,125 mi+5,588 mi
24/11/2022131,127 mi+2 mi
27/11/2023134,535 mi+3,408 mi
29/11/2023134,537 mi+2 mi
06/12/2024138,694 mi+4,157 mi
09/12/2024138,695 mi+1 mi
02/12/2025143,074 mi+4,379 mi

Average of roughly 5,451 miles per year across 35 recorded odometer readings.

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MOT Roadworthiness: Poor

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Poor MOT pass rate (40%)

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