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 2009 Volkswagen Transporter Diesel 2460cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 7 (63% pass rate). It has 176,801 miles on the clock, averaging 9,617 miles per year, above 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 HG59 CBU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 176,801 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 24 |
| Average per year | 9,617 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | HG59 CBU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Transporter |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 2460cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | HG — Bournemouth, Hampshire and Dorset |
| Age identifier | 59 — September 2009 to February 2010 |
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About HG59 CBU
What car is HG59 CBU?
HG59 CBU is an black Volkswagen Transporter, diesel (2460cc). First registered in Bournemouth in 2009.
What is the mileage of HG59 CBU?
The last recorded mileage for HG59 CBU was 176,801 miles, recorded on 11 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HG59 CBU passed its MOT?
HG59 CBU has had 19 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (12 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 11 Mar 2026.
Is HG59 CBU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HG59 CBU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2009, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is HG59 CBU?
HG59 CBU is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.