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 2007 Volkswagen Transporter Diesel 1896cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 3 (83% pass rate). It has 113,931 miles on the clock, averaging 5,683 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 GR56 HOB
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 113,931 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 877 |
| Average per year | 5,683 |
| 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).
Injector wiring loom and connectors (under rocker cover)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GR56 HOB |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Transporter |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GR — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About GR56 HOB
What car is GR56 HOB?
GR56 HOB is a blue Volkswagen Transporter, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Brighton in 2007.
What is the mileage of GR56 HOB?
The last recorded mileage for GR56 HOB was 113,931 miles, recorded on 28 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GR56 HOB passed its MOT?
GR56 HOB has had 18 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (15 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 28 Nov 2025.
Is GR56 HOB ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GR56 HOB is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2007, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is GR56 HOB?
GR56 HOB is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.