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EU06 OMB

2006 Volkswagen Transporter · Diesel · 1896cc

Yellow Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 20 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2006
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourYellow
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 2006 Volkswagen Transporter Diesel 1896cc has had 27 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 11 (59% pass rate). It has 152,157 miles on the clock, averaging 4,683 miles per year, well 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 EU06 OMB

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
152,157
Last Mileage
Recorded
27
Total Tests
Since 2009
59%
Pass Rate
16 passed, 11 failed

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

11

MOT failures recorded

Out of 27 tests on record
4,683

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

Low mileage
Latest reading152,157 miles
Reading date
Average per year4,683
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EU06 OMB 75k95k114k133k152k '09'25'17

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Full MOT Test History 27 tests on record

PASS
Mileage152,157 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage152,157 miles
Since last MOT+1,769 miles
PASS
Mileage150,388 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage150,388 miles
Since last MOT+1,806 miles
PASS
Mileage148,582 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage148,581 miles
Since last MOT+2,326 miles
PASS
Mileage146,255 miles
Since last MOT+683 miles
PASS
Mileage145,572 miles
Since last MOT+637 miles
PASS
Mileage144,935 miles
Since last MOT+1,566 miles
PASS
Mileage143,369 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage143,369 miles
Since last MOT+3,176 miles
PASS
Mileage140,193 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage140,193 miles
Since last MOT+4,035 miles
PASS
Mileage136,158 miles
Since last MOT+6,303 miles
PASS
Mileage129,855 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage129,855 miles
Since last MOT+7,484 miles
PASS
Mileage122,371 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage122,371 miles
Since last MOT+3,734 miles
FAIL
Mileage118,637 miles
Since last MOT+4,780 miles
PASS
Mileage113,857 miles
Since last MOT+7,209 miles
PASS
Mileage106,648 miles
Since last MOT+54 miles
FAIL
Mileage106,594 miles
Since last MOT+6,716 miles
PASS
Mileage99,878 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage99,878 miles
Since last MOT+6,009 miles
PASS
Mileage93,869 miles
Since last MOT+18,570 miles
PASS
Mileage75,299 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage75,299 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

RegistrationEU06 OMB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
ColourYellow
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2006
First registered
Area codeEU — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier06 — March 2006 to August 2006

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About EU06 OMB

What car is EU06 OMB?

EU06 OMB is an yellow Volkswagen Transporter, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2006.

What is the mileage of EU06 OMB?

The last recorded mileage for EU06 OMB was 152,157 miles, recorded on 26 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EU06 OMB passed its MOT?

EU06 OMB has had 27 MOT tests with a 59% pass rate (16 passes, 11 failures). It last passed on 26 Nov 2025.

Is EU06 OMB ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EU06 OMB is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2006, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is EU06 OMB?

EU06 OMB is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 06 means registered between 1 March 2006 and 31 August 2006.