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GP06 ATU

2006 Volkswagen Transporter · Diesel · 1896cc

Blue Registered in Brighton, Garden of England · 20 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2006
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourBlue
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 18 and failing 4 (82% pass rate). It has 147,389 miles on the clock, averaging 7,158 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 GP06 ATU

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
147,389
Last Mileage
Recorded
22
Total Tests
Since 2009
82%
Pass Rate
18 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 22 tests on record
7,158

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading147,389 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4,835
Average per year7,158
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for GP06 ATU 28k58k88k118k147k '09'26'18

Check GP06 ATU

Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record

PASS
Mileage147,389 miles
Since last MOT+4,835 miles
PASS
Mileage142,554 miles
Since last MOT+2,870 miles
PASS
Mileage139,684 miles
Since last MOT+3,089 miles
PASS
Mileage136,595 miles
Since last MOT+4,172 miles
PASS
Mileage132,423 miles
Since last MOT+3,159 miles
PASS
Mileage129,264 miles
Since last MOT+2,898 miles
PASS
Mileage126,366 miles
Since last MOT+5,054 miles
PASS
Mileage121,312 miles
Since last MOT+10 miles
FAIL
Mileage121,302 miles
Since last MOT+5,764 miles
PASS
Mileage115,538 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage115,538 miles
Since last MOT+9,865 miles
PASS
Mileage105,673 miles
Since last MOT+8,591 miles
PASS
Mileage97,082 miles
Since last MOT+9,358 miles
PASS
Mileage87,724 miles
Since last MOT+10,137 miles
PASS
Mileage77,587 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage77,587 miles
Since last MOT+10,224 miles
PASS
Mileage67,363 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage67,363 miles
Since last MOT+10,276 miles
PASS
Mileage57,087 miles
Since last MOT+10,225 miles
PASS
Mileage46,862 miles
Since last MOT+10,003 miles
PASS
Mileage36,859 miles
Since last MOT+8,845 miles
PASS
Mileage28,014 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

RegistrationGP06 ATU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2006
First registered
Area codeGP — Brighton, Garden of England
Age identifier06 — March 2006 to August 2006

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About GP06 ATU

What car is GP06 ATU?

GP06 ATU is a blue Volkswagen Transporter, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Brighton in 2006.

What is the mileage of GP06 ATU?

The last recorded mileage for GP06 ATU was 147,389 miles, recorded on 23 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GP06 ATU passed its MOT?

GP06 ATU has had 22 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (18 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 23 Jan 2026.

Is GP06 ATU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, GP06 ATU 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 GP06 ATU?

GP06 ATU is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 06 means registered between 1 March 2006 and 31 August 2006.