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HJ12 OUS

2012 Volkswagen Transporter · Diesel · 1968cc

Brown Registered in Bournemouth, Hampshire and Dorset · 14 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1968cc
ColourBrown
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 2012 Volkswagen Transporter Diesel 1968cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 89,375 miles on the clock, averaging 5,804 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TDI engine is known for 1. oil pump. Common Volkswagen Transporter issues include front window regulators and driveshaft splines (front and rear axles).

MOT & Mileage History for HJ12 OUS

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
89,375
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2015
73%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
5,804

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading89,375 miles
Reading date
Average per year5,804
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for HJ12 OUS 27k43k58k74k89k '15'25'21

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage89,375 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage89,375 miles
Since last MOT+2,175 miles
PASS
Mileage87,200 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage87,200 miles
Since last MOT+4,863 miles
PASS
Mileage82,337 miles
Since last MOT+4,090 miles
PASS
Mileage78,247 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage78,247 miles
Since last MOT+6,650 miles
PASS
Mileage71,597 miles
Since last MOT+7,471 miles
PASS
Mileage64,126 miles
Since last MOT+8,529 miles
PASS
Mileage55,597 miles
Since last MOT+5,203 miles
PASS
Mileage50,394 miles
Since last MOT+8,502 miles
PASS
Mileage41,892 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage41,892 miles
Since last MOT+6,684 miles
PASS
Mileage35,208 miles
Since last MOT+8,124 miles
PASS
Mileage27,084 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).

1. Oil Pump (driven by balancing shaft module)

Balancing shaft chain tensioner fails, halting the oil pump and starving the engine of lubrication.

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ12 OUS
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
ColourBrown
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1968cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeHJ — Bournemouth, Hampshire and Dorset
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

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About HJ12 OUS

What car is HJ12 OUS?

HJ12 OUS is an brown Volkswagen Transporter, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Bournemouth in 2012.

What is the mileage of HJ12 OUS?

The last recorded mileage for HJ12 OUS was 89,375 miles, recorded on 10 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has HJ12 OUS passed its MOT?

HJ12 OUS has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 10 Nov 2025.

Is HJ12 OUS ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, HJ12 OUS is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2012, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is HJ12 OUS?

HJ12 OUS is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.