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BJ12 BWD

2012 Volkswagen Transporter · Diesel · 1896cc

Orange Registered in Birmingham, Birmingham · 14 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourOrange
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 104,682 miles on the clock, averaging 5,660 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 BJ12 BWD

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
104,682
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2015
69%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 5 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
5,660

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading104,682 miles
Reading date
Average per year5,660
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for BJ12 BWD 41k57k73k89k105k '15'26'22

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage104,682 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage104,682 miles
Since last MOT+2,727 miles
PASS
Mileage101,955 miles
Since last MOT+1,463 miles
PASS
Mileage100,492 miles
Since last MOT+19 miles
FAIL
Mileage100,473 miles
Since last MOT+2,587 miles
PASS
Mileage97,886 miles
Since last MOT+3,087 miles
PASS
Mileage94,799 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage94,795 miles
Since last MOT+1,917 miles
PASS
Mileage92,878 miles
Since last MOT+4,198 miles
PASS
Mileage88,680 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage88,680 miles
Since last MOT+8,076 miles
PASS
Mileage80,604 miles
Since last MOT+10,309 miles
PASS
Mileage70,295 miles
Since last MOT+2,316 miles
PASS
Mileage67,979 miles
Since last MOT+13,974 miles
PASS
Mileage54,005 miles
Since last MOT+12,981 miles
FAIL
Mileage41,024 miles

🔧 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

RegistrationBJ12 BWD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
ColourOrange
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeBJ — Birmingham, Birmingham
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

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About BJ12 BWD

What car is BJ12 BWD?

BJ12 BWD is a orange Volkswagen Transporter, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2012.

What is the mileage of BJ12 BWD?

The last recorded mileage for BJ12 BWD was 104,682 miles, recorded on 12 Aug 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has BJ12 BWD passed its MOT?

BJ12 BWD has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 12 Aug 2026.

Is BJ12 BWD ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, BJ12 BWD 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 BJ12 BWD?

BJ12 BWD is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.