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CB02 OWS

2004 Volkswagen Transporter · Diesel · 1896cc

Red Registered in Cardiff, Cymru (Wales) · 22 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2004
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourRed
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 2004 Volkswagen Transporter Diesel 1896cc has had 28 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 9 (68% pass rate). It has 165,769 miles on the clock, averaging 6,987 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 CB02 OWS

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
165,769
Last Mileage
Recorded
28
Total Tests
Since 2007
68%
Pass Rate
19 passed, 9 failed

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

9

MOT failures recorded

Out of 28 tests on record
6,987

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 reading165,769 miles
Reading date
Miles last year5,470
Average per year6,987
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for CB02 OWS 34k67k100k133k166k '07'26'18

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Full MOT Test History 28 tests on record

PASS
Mileage165,769 miles
Since last MOT+5,470 miles
PASS
Mileage160,299 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage160,299 miles
Since last MOT+4,489 miles
PASS
Mileage155,810 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage155,806 miles
Since last MOT+1,905 miles
PASS
Mileage153,901 miles
Since last MOT+48 miles
FAIL
Mileage153,853 miles
Since last MOT+4,077 miles
PASS
Mileage149,776 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage149,776 miles
Since last MOT+3,370 miles
PASS
Mileage146,406 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage146,402 miles
Since last MOT+6,129 miles
PASS
Mileage140,273 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage140,270 miles
Since last MOT+5,900 miles
PASS
Mileage134,370 miles
Since last MOT+16 miles
FAIL
Mileage134,354 miles
Since last MOT+7,863 miles
PASS
Mileage126,491 miles
Since last MOT+10,976 miles
PASS
Mileage115,515 miles
Since last MOT+10,414 miles
PASS
Mileage105,101 miles
Since last MOT+23,827 miles
PASS
Mileage81,274 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage81,273 miles
Since last MOT+19,171 miles
PASS
Mileage62,102 miles
Since last MOT+10,000 miles
PASS
Mileage52,102 miles
Since last MOT+2,948 miles
PASS
Mileage49,154 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage49,154 miles
Since last MOT+1,665 miles
PASS
Mileage47,489 miles
Since last MOT+3,439 miles
PASS
Mileage44,050 miles
Since last MOT+3,875 miles
PASS
Mileage40,175 miles
Since last MOT+5,828 miles
PASS
Mileage34,347 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

RegistrationCB02 OWS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeCB — Cardiff, Cymru (Wales)
Age identifier02 — March 2002 to August 2002

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About CB02 OWS

What car is CB02 OWS?

CB02 OWS is a red Volkswagen Transporter, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Cardiff in 2004.

What is the mileage of CB02 OWS?

The last recorded mileage for CB02 OWS was 165,769 miles, recorded on 15 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has CB02 OWS passed its MOT?

CB02 OWS has had 28 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (19 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 15 Jan 2026.

Is CB02 OWS ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, CB02 OWS is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is CB02 OWS?

CB02 OWS is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 02 means registered between 1 March 2002 and 31 August 2002.