Free MOT Check →Full MOT history & mileage Service History £6.99 →Full refund if no data found Full Car Check £7.49 →Crashed, financed & ownership data by Experian
PN12 XBO

2012 Volkswagen Transporter · Diesel · 1896cc

White Registered in Preston, Preston · 14 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourWhite
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 1896cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing once (93% pass rate). It has 199,481 miles on the clock, averaging 12,499 miles per year, above 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 PN12 XBO

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
199,481
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2015
93%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
12,499

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading199,481 miles
Reading date
Miles last year9,692
Average per year12,499
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for PN12 XBO 65k99k132k166k199k '15'25'20

Check PN12 XBO

Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage199,481 miles
Since last MOT+9,692 miles
PASS
Mileage189,789 miles
Since last MOT+14,767 miles
PASS
Mileage175,022 miles
Since last MOT+17,893 miles
PASS
Mileage157,129 miles
Since last MOT+9,571 miles
PASS
Mileage147,558 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage147,557 miles
Since last MOT+9,832 miles
PASS
Mileage137,725 miles
Since last MOT+7,553 miles
PASS
Mileage130,172 miles
Since last MOT+11,895 miles
PASS
Mileage118,277 miles
Since last MOT+15,220 miles
PASS
Mileage103,057 miles
Since last MOT+15,373 miles
PASS
Mileage87,684 miles
Since last MOT+19,877 miles
PASS
Mileage67,807 miles
Since last MOT+41 miles
PASS
Mileage67,766 miles
Since last MOT+2,326 miles
PASS
Mileage65,440 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)

Explore more about the Volkswagen Transporter

Thinking about buying this car? These resources will help you make an informed decision.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationPN12 XBO
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codePN — Preston, Preston
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

More PN12 X plates

Browse all PN12 X registrations from Preston.

About PN12 XBO

What car is PN12 XBO?

PN12 XBO is a white Volkswagen Transporter, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Preston in 2012.

What is the mileage of PN12 XBO?

The last recorded mileage for PN12 XBO was 199,481 miles, recorded on 24 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PN12 XBO passed its MOT?

PN12 XBO has had 14 MOT tests with an 93% pass rate (13 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 24 Nov 2025.

Is PN12 XBO ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, PN12 XBO 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 PN12 XBO?

PN12 XBO is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.