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RA04 XJT

2004 Volkswagen Transporter · Diesel · 1896cc

Blue Registered in Reading, Reading · 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 30 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 13 (57% pass rate). It has 222,718 miles on the clock, averaging 7,042 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 RA04 XJT

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
222,718
Last Mileage
Recorded
30
Total Tests
Since 2007
57%
Pass Rate
17 passed, 13 failed

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

13

MOT failures recorded

Out of 30 tests on record
7,042

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading222,718 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4
Average per year7,042
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for RA04 XJT 95k127k159k191k223k '07'26'18

Check RA04 XJT

Full MOT Test History 30 tests on record

PASS
Mileage222,718 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage222,714 miles
Since last MOT+8,660 miles
PASS
Mileage214,054 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage214,054 miles
Since last MOT+215 miles
PASS
Mileage213,839 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage213,838 miles
Since last MOT+5,663 miles
PASS
Mileage208,175 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage208,175 miles
Since last MOT+3,668 miles
PASS
Mileage204,507 miles
Since last MOT+15 miles
FAIL
Mileage204,492 miles
Since last MOT+5,639 miles
PASS
Mileage198,853 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage198,853 miles
Since last MOT+2,106 miles
PASS
Mileage196,747 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage196,745 miles
Since last MOT+2,601 miles
PASS
Mileage194,144 miles
Since last MOT+53 miles
FAIL
Mileage194,091 miles
Since last MOT+1,536 miles
PASS
Mileage192,555 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage192,555 miles
Since last MOT+1,319 miles
PASS
Mileage191,236 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage191,236 miles
Since last MOT+1,214 miles
FAIL
Mileage190,022 miles
Since last MOT+5,968 miles
PASS
Mileage184,054 miles
PASS
Mileage197,714 miles
Since last MOT+30,123 miles
FAIL
Mileage167,591 miles
Since last MOT+12,618 miles
PASS
Mileage154,973 miles
Since last MOT+10,417 miles
PASS
Mileage144,556 miles
Since last MOT+24 miles
FAIL
Mileage144,532 miles
Since last MOT+9,136 miles
PASS
Mileage135,396 miles
Since last MOT+16,533 miles
PASS
Mileage118,863 miles
Since last MOT+23,470 miles
PASS
Mileage95,393 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

RegistrationRA04 XJT
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeRA — Reading, Reading
Age identifier04 — March 2004 to August 2004

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About RA04 XJT

What car is RA04 XJT?

RA04 XJT is an blue Volkswagen Transporter, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Reading in 2004.

What is the mileage of RA04 XJT?

The last recorded mileage for RA04 XJT was 222,718 miles, recorded on 9 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RA04 XJT passed its MOT?

RA04 XJT has had 30 MOT tests with a 57% pass rate (17 passes, 13 failures). It last passed on 9 Jan 2026.

Is RA04 XJT ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, RA04 XJT 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 RA04 XJT?

RA04 XJT is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.