Vehicle summary
ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.
At a glance
This 2002 Volkswagen Transporter Diesel 2461cc has had 29 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 11 (62% pass rate). It has 215,723 miles on the clock, averaging 9,130 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 2.5 TDI engine is known for identified faults and egr valve carbon buildup.
MOT & Mileage History for AE52 ARU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 215,723 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,237 |
| Average per year | 9,130 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 29 tests on record
Reported issues for this Volkswagen Transporter
These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Transporter models (1990–2003), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
Identified Faults
EGR valve carbon buildup
Soot deposits clog the EGR valve, causing it to stick open/closed.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | AE52 ARU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Transporter |
| Colour | White |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 2461cc |
| Year | 2002 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AE — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About AE52 ARU
What car is AE52 ARU?
AE52 ARU is an white Volkswagen Transporter, diesel (2461cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2002.
What is the mileage of AE52 ARU?
The last recorded mileage for AE52 ARU was 215,723 miles, recorded on 30 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AE52 ARU passed its MOT?
AE52 ARU has had 29 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (18 passes, 11 failures). It last passed on 30 Oct 2025.
Is AE52 ARU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AE52 ARU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2002, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is AE52 ARU?
AE52 ARU is approximately 24 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.