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 Diesel 1968cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 2 (86% pass rate). It has 228,664 miles on the clock, averaging 9,668 miles per year, above 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 KY12 HLM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 228,664 miles |
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| Miles last year | 8,888 |
| Average per year | 9,668 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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).
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
| Registration | KY12 HLM |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Transporter |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KY — Luton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 12 — March 2012 to August 2012 |
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About KY12 HLM
What car is KY12 HLM?
KY12 HLM is a blue Volkswagen Transporter, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Luton in 2012.
What is the mileage of KY12 HLM?
The last recorded mileage for KY12 HLM was 228,664 miles, recorded on 23 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KY12 HLM passed its MOT?
KY12 HLM has had 14 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (12 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 23 Mar 2026.
Is KY12 HLM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KY12 HLM 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 KY12 HLM?
KY12 HLM is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.