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 2005 Volkswagen Transporter Diesel 1896cc has had 25 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 6 (76% pass rate). It has 283,948 miles on the clock, averaging 10,976 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 GR51 MUS
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 283,948 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,565 |
| Average per year | 10,976 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 25 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 | GR51 MUS |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Transporter |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GR — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About GR51 MUS
What car is GR51 MUS?
GR51 MUS is a black Volkswagen Transporter, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Brighton in 2005.
What is the mileage of GR51 MUS?
The last recorded mileage for GR51 MUS was 283,948 miles, recorded on 25 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GR51 MUS passed its MOT?
GR51 MUS has had 25 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (19 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 25 Feb 2026.
Is GR51 MUS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GR51 MUS is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is GR51 MUS?
GR51 MUS is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.