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 2005 Volkswagen Transporter Diesel 2460cc has had 28 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 11 (61% pass rate). It has 318,887 miles on the clock, averaging 13,129 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 EL51 EXK
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 318,887 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,174 |
| Average per year | 13,129 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 28 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 | EL51 EXK |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Transporter |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 2460cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EL — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About EL51 EXK
What car is EL51 EXK?
EL51 EXK is an silver Volkswagen Transporter, diesel (2460cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2005.
What is the mileage of EL51 EXK?
The last recorded mileage for EL51 EXK was 318,887 miles, recorded on 27 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EL51 EXK passed its MOT?
EL51 EXK has had 28 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (17 passes, 11 failures). It last passed on 27 Jan 2026.
Is EL51 EXK ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EL51 EXK is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is EL51 EXK?
EL51 EXK is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.