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 2012 Volkswagen Transporter Diesel 1896cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 96,561 miles on the clock, averaging 5,421 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for injector wiring loom and connectors (under rocker cover). Common Volkswagen Transporter issues include front window regulators and driveshaft splines (front and rear axles).
MOT & Mileage History for AY12 YVE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 96,561 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 738 |
| Average per year | 5,421 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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).
Injector wiring loom and connectors (under rocker cover)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | AY12 YVE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Transporter |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AY — Ipswich, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 12 — March 2012 to August 2012 |
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About AY12 YVE
What car is AY12 YVE?
AY12 YVE is an blue Volkswagen Transporter, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Ipswich in 2012.
What is the mileage of AY12 YVE?
The last recorded mileage for AY12 YVE was 96,561 miles, recorded on 23 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AY12 YVE passed its MOT?
AY12 YVE has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 23 Jul 2026.
Is AY12 YVE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AY12 YVE is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2012, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is AY12 YVE?
AY12 YVE is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.