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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing once (92% pass rate). It has 142,586 miles on the clock, averaging 4,442 miles per year, well 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 GA62 BOW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 142,586 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,255 |
| Average per year | 4,442 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 | GA62 BOW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Transporter |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GA — Maidstone, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 62 — September 2012 to February 2013 |
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About GA62 BOW
What car is GA62 BOW?
GA62 BOW is a blue Volkswagen Transporter, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2012.
What is the mileage of GA62 BOW?
The last recorded mileage for GA62 BOW was 142,586 miles, recorded on 1 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GA62 BOW passed its MOT?
GA62 BOW has had 12 MOT tests with an 92% pass rate (11 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 1 Sep 2025.
Is GA62 BOW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GA62 BOW 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 GA62 BOW?
GA62 BOW is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 62 means registered between 1 September 2012 and 28 February 2013.