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 1968cc has had 10 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing once (90% pass rate). It has 163,017 miles on the clock, averaging 5,187 miles per year, below 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 CP61 OBS
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 163,017 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,252 |
| Average per year | 5,187 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 10 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 | CP61 OBS |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Transporter |
| Colour | White |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CP — Swansea, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 61 — September 2011 to February 2012 |
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About CP61 OBS
What car is CP61 OBS?
CP61 OBS is a white Volkswagen Transporter, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Swansea in 2012.
What is the mileage of CP61 OBS?
The last recorded mileage for CP61 OBS was 163,017 miles, recorded on 17 Apr 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CP61 OBS passed its MOT?
CP61 OBS has had 10 MOT tests with an 90% pass rate (9 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 17 Apr 2024.
Is CP61 OBS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CP61 OBS 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 CP61 OBS?
CP61 OBS is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 61 means registered between 1 September 2011 and 28 February 2012.