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LA04 BWM

2004 Volkswagen Transporter · Diesel · 1896cc

Blue Registered in Wimbledon, London · 22 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2004
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourBlue
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 2004 Volkswagen Transporter Diesel 1896cc has had 8 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing 3 (63% pass rate). It has 128,798 miles on the clock, averaging 5,767 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 LA04 BWM

MOT Status
Due date passed
128,798
Last Mileage
Recorded
8
Total Tests
Since 2007
63%
Pass Rate
5 passed, 3 failed

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

3

MOT failures recorded

Out of 8 tests on record
5,767

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 reading128,798 miles
Reading date
Average per year5,767
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LA04 BWM 30k54k79k104k129k '07'24'22

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Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record

PASS
Mileage128,798 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage128,798 miles
Since last MOT+629 miles
PASS
Mileage128,169 miles
Since last MOT+2,660 miles
PASS
Mileage125,509 miles
Since last MOT+5,501 miles
PASS
Mileage120,008 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage120,005 miles
Since last MOT+39 miles
FAIL
Mileage119,966 miles
Since last MOT+90,236 miles
PASS
Mileage29,730 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).

Injector wiring loom and connectors (under rocker cover)

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLA04 BWM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeLA — Wimbledon, London
Age identifier04 — March 2004 to August 2004

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About LA04 BWM

What car is LA04 BWM?

LA04 BWM is an blue Volkswagen Transporter, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2004.

What is the mileage of LA04 BWM?

The last recorded mileage for LA04 BWM was 128,798 miles, recorded on 31 Oct 2024 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LA04 BWM passed its MOT?

LA04 BWM has had 8 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (5 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 31 Oct 2024.

Is LA04 BWM ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LA04 BWM is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is LA04 BWM?

LA04 BWM is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.