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J4 XOU

1997 Volkswagen Multivan

Blue Diesel 2370cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires30 Oct 2026
Tests24 (19 pass, 5 fail)
Pass rate79.2%

Mileage

204,012 mi
Last recorded204,012 miles
Recorded on15 Oct 2025
Typical for 1997 Volkswagen Multivan160,104 mi

Above average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationJ4 XOU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelMultivan
Year1997
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,370cc

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MOT History

19 pass 5 fail
Pass 15 Oct 2025 204,012 miles

Nearside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot severely deteriorated (6.1.7 (g) (i))

Nearside Front crossmember corroded

Pass 17 Oct 2024 203,176 miles
Pass 18 Oct 2023 202,469 miles
Pass 31 Oct 2022 201,365 miles
Fail 31 Oct 2022 201,365 miles

Nearside Parking brake inoperative on one side lever stuck forward (1.4.1 (a))

Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))

Pass 18 Oct 2021 200,152 miles

Nearside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Offside Front Shock absorbers has light misting of oil (5.3.2 (b))

Pass 22 Oct 2020 197,973 miles

Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Fail 2 Oct 2020 197,973 miles

Hazard warning lamps inoperative (4.4.1 (e))

Nearside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))

Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint has slight play (5.3.4 (a) (i))

Pass 23 Mar 2019 193,886 miles
Fail 14 Mar 2019 193,886 miles

Nearside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis behind front wheel (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Front Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced chassis behind front wheel (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Rear Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Offside Vehicle structure corroded to the extent that the rigidity of the assembly is significantly reduced inner sill centre doorstep (6.1.1 (c) (i))

Pass 10 Mar 2018 189,425 miles
Pass 15 Mar 2017 187,328 miles
Pass 20 Feb 2016 185,633 miles
Pass 10 Feb 2015 182,412 miles
Pass 25 Feb 2014 180,243 miles
Pass 16 Feb 2013 179,137 miles
Pass 6 Oct 2011 176,867 miles
Pass 3 Aug 2010 173,031 miles
Fail 1 Sep 2009 167,687 miles

Registration plate lamp not working (1.1.5c)

Pass 1 Sep 2009 167,687 miles
Pass 6 Feb 2008 159,735 miles

Nearside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Nearside Front Tyre worn close to the legal limit (4.1.E.1)

Offside Front Brake hose slightly deteriorated (3.6.B.4d)

Windscreen has damage to an area less than a 10mm circle within zone 'A' (8.3.1a)

front number plate broken

Pass 7 Feb 2007 151,826 miles
Fail 2 Feb 2007 151,826 miles

Nearside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear brake disc excessively pitted (3.5.1h)

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Pass 2 Feb 2006 147,099 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Multivan?

Based on 9,554 MOT tests across 618 vehicles.

68.3%
Pass Rate
4,129
Miles/Year
56
Year Lifespan
618
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 220
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 214
Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid 213
Headlamp aim beam image kick up to the offside 209
Stop lamp not working 193
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J4 XOU is a 1997 Volkswagen Multivan in Blue with a 2,370cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 24 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 79.2%.

Across all 1997 Volkswagen Multivan models, the average MOT pass rate is 62.8% with a typical mileage of 160,104 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Multivan fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 220 recorded failures. If you're considering buying J4 XOU, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Multivan typically stays on UK roads for around 56 years. At 29 years old, this Volkswagen Multivan is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

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J4 XOU is a 1997 Volkswagen Multivan, first registered on 1 February 1997.

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