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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 2460cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 5 (72% pass rate). It has 124,207 miles on the clock, averaging 7,913 miles per year, around 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 FD56 UXW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 124,207 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,913 |
| 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 | FD56 UXW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Transporter |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 2460cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FD — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About FD56 UXW
What car is FD56 UXW?
FD56 UXW is an blue Volkswagen Transporter, diesel (2460cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2006.
What is the mileage of FD56 UXW?
The last recorded mileage for FD56 UXW was 124,207 miles, recorded on 18 Jun 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FD56 UXW passed its MOT?
FD56 UXW has had 18 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (13 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 18 Jun 2022.
Is FD56 UXW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FD56 UXW 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 FD56 UXW?
FD56 UXW is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.