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 2005 Volkswagen Transporter Diesel 2461cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 3 (86% pass rate). It has 174,537 miles on the clock, averaging 7,736 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Transporter issues include front window regulators and driveshaft splines (front and rear axles).
MOT & Mileage History for AR04 ORK
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 174,537 miles |
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| Average per year | 7,736 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record
Reported issues for this Volkswagen Transporter
These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Transporter models (2003–2015), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
Front window regulators (both driver and passenger sides)
Plastic cable guides snap, steel cables fray or jump tracks; water ingress accelerates wear. · Typical repair: £150-£300 per side (parts £80-£150, labour 2hrs @ £100/hr indie garage; estimated).
Driveshaft splines (front and rear axles)
Splines on gearbox/driveshaft ends shear or wear prematurely, especially under load. · Typical repair: £400-£800 per side (new driveshaft £250-£500, labour 3-4hrs; estimated from indie quotes).
ABS/ESP warning lights (wheel speed sensors/brake system electronics)
Faulty wheel speed sensors or ABS module glitches trigger lights; often wiring corrosion. · Typical repair: £200-£500 (sensor £50-£100ea x4, module diag/labour; estimated).
Handbrake mechanism (cable and rear drum shoes)
Cable stretches/sticks, shoes wear unevenly or seize in drums. · Typical repair: £150-£350 (cables/shoes £80-£150, labour 2hrs).
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | AR04 ORK |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Transporter |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 2461cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AR — Norwich, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About AR04 ORK
What car is AR04 ORK?
AR04 ORK is an black Volkswagen Transporter, diesel (2461cc). First registered in Norwich in 2005.
What is the mileage of AR04 ORK?
The last recorded mileage for AR04 ORK was 174,537 miles, recorded on 18 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AR04 ORK passed its MOT?
AR04 ORK has had 21 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (18 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 18 Jul 2026.
Is AR04 ORK ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AR04 ORK is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is AR04 ORK?
AR04 ORK is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.