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 2015 Volkswagen Transporter Diesel 1968cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 2 (82% pass rate). It has 120,197 miles on the clock, averaging 9,158 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TDI engine is known for 1. oil pump. Common Volkswagen Transporter issues include front window regulators and driveshaft splines (front and rear axles).
MOT & Mileage History for BU65 EFV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 120,197 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,601 |
| Average per year | 9,158 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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).
1. Oil Pump (driven by balancing shaft module)
Balancing shaft chain tensioner fails, halting the oil pump and starving the engine of lubrication.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BU65 EFV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Transporter |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2015 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BU — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 65 — September 2015 to February 2016 |
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About BU65 EFV
What car is BU65 EFV?
BU65 EFV is a silver Volkswagen Transporter, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2015.
What is the mileage of BU65 EFV?
The last recorded mileage for BU65 EFV was 120,197 miles, recorded on 15 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BU65 EFV passed its MOT?
BU65 EFV has had 11 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (9 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 15 Jun 2026.
Is BU65 EFV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BU65 EFV is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2015, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is BU65 EFV?
BU65 EFV is approximately 11 years old. Age identifier 65 means registered between 1 September 2015 and 28 February 2016.