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 Petrol 1400cc has had 8 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing 3 (63% pass rate). It has 45,968 miles on the clock, averaging 1,217 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Transporter issues include front window regulators and driveshaft splines (front and rear axles).
MOT & Mileage History for GV61 YRL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 45,968 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 1,217 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 8 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).
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GV61 YRL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Transporter |
| Colour | Green |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1400cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GV — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 61 — September 2011 to February 2012 |
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About GV61 YRL
What car is GV61 YRL?
GV61 YRL is a green Volkswagen Transporter, petrol (1400cc). First registered in Brighton in 2012.
What is the mileage of GV61 YRL?
The last recorded mileage for GV61 YRL was 45,968 miles, recorded on 16 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GV61 YRL passed its MOT?
GV61 YRL has had 8 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (5 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 16 Oct 2025.
Is GV61 YRL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GV61 YRL is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is GV61 YRL?
GV61 YRL is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 61 means registered between 1 September 2011 and 28 February 2012.