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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 2 (86% pass rate). It has 106,548 miles on the clock, averaging 6,810 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 EM51 RUN
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 106,548 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,174 |
| Average per year | 6,810 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 | EM51 RUN |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Transporter |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EM — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About EM51 RUN
What car is EM51 RUN?
EM51 RUN is an grey Volkswagen Transporter, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2012.
What is the mileage of EM51 RUN?
The last recorded mileage for EM51 RUN was 106,548 miles, recorded on 23 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EM51 RUN passed its MOT?
EM51 RUN has had 14 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (12 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 23 Feb 2026.
Is EM51 RUN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EM51 RUN 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 EM51 RUN?
EM51 RUN is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.