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EU06 OTW

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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 6 (73% pass rate). It has 172,443 miles on the clock, averaging 5,625 miles per year, 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 OTW

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
172,443
Last Mileage
Recorded
22
Total Tests
Since 2009
73%
Pass Rate
16 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 22 tests on record
5,625

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
5

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading172,443 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1,082
Average per year5,625
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for EU06 OTW 81k104k127k150k172k '09'25'17

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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record

PASS
Mileage172,443 miles
Since last MOT+1,082 miles
PASS
Mileage171,361 miles
Since last MOT+13 miles
FAIL
Mileage171,348 miles
Since last MOT+3,242 miles
PASS
Mileage168,106 miles
Since last MOT+26 miles
FAIL
Mileage168,080 miles
Since last MOT+3,627 miles
PASS
Mileage164,453 miles
Since last MOT+3,591 miles
PASS
Mileage160,862 miles
Since last MOT+2,764 miles
PASS
Mileage158,098 miles
Since last MOT+4,348 miles
PASS
Mileage153,750 miles
Since last MOT+6,378 miles
PASS
Mileage147,372 miles
Since last MOT+4,585 miles
PASS
Mileage142,787 miles
Since last MOT+5,754 miles
PASS
Mileage137,033 miles
Since last MOT+11,190 miles
PASS
Mileage125,843 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage125,843 miles
Since last MOT+512 miles
PASS
Mileage125,331 miles
Since last MOT+5,073 miles
PASS
Mileage120,258 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage120,258 miles
Since last MOT+4,411 miles
PASS
Mileage115,847 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage115,847 miles
Since last MOT+14,561 miles
PASS
Mileage101,286 miles
Since last MOT+590 miles
FAIL
Mileage100,696 miles
Since last MOT+19,905 miles
PASS
Mileage80,791 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 OTW
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 OTW

What car is EU06 OTW?

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

What is the mileage of EU06 OTW?

The last recorded mileage for EU06 OTW was 172,443 miles, recorded on 28 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EU06 OTW passed its MOT?

EU06 OTW has had 22 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (16 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 28 Oct 2025.

Is EU06 OTW ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EU06 OTW 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 OTW?

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