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 has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 7 (61% pass rate). It has 237,390 miles on the clock, averaging 10,226 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Transporter issues include front window regulators and driveshaft splines (front and rear axles).
MOT & Mileage History for EL11 VEN
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 237,390 miles |
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| Miles last year | 5,252 |
| Average per year | 10,226 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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).
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | EL11 VEN |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Transporter |
| Colour | White |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EL — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 11 — March 2011 to August 2011 |
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About EL11 VEN
What car is EL11 VEN?
EL11 VEN is an white Volkswagen Transporter, diesel. First registered in Chelmsford in 2012.
What is the mileage of EL11 VEN?
The last recorded mileage for EL11 VEN was 237,390 miles, recorded on 13 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EL11 VEN passed its MOT?
EL11 VEN has had 18 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (11 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 13 Jul 2026.
Is EL11 VEN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EL11 VEN 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 EL11 VEN?
EL11 VEN is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 11 means registered between 1 March 2011 and 31 August 2011.