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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 2008 Volkswagen Transporter Diesel 1896cc has had 26 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 10 (62% pass rate). It has 291,338 miles on the clock, averaging 16,174 miles per year, above 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 GL57 YOH
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 291,338 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 12 |
| Average per year | 16,174 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 26 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).
Injector wiring loom and connectors (under rocker cover)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GL57 YOH |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Transporter |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GL — Maidstone, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About GL57 YOH
What car is GL57 YOH?
GL57 YOH is a silver Volkswagen Transporter, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Maidstone in 2008.
What is the mileage of GL57 YOH?
The last recorded mileage for GL57 YOH was 291,338 miles, recorded on 12 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GL57 YOH passed its MOT?
GL57 YOH has had 26 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (16 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 12 Mar 2026.
Is GL57 YOH ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GL57 YOH is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2008, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is GL57 YOH?
GL57 YOH is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.