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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 2007 Volkswagen Transporter Diesel 2460cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 6 (54% pass rate). It has 96,985 miles on the clock, averaging 7,979 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Transporter issues include front window regulators and driveshaft splines (front and rear axles).
MOT & Mileage History for RA57 OSE
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 96,985 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,979 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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).
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RA57 OSE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Transporter |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 2460cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RA — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 57 — September 2007 to February 2008 |
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About RA57 OSE
What car is RA57 OSE?
RA57 OSE is an black Volkswagen Transporter, diesel (2460cc). First registered in Reading in 2007.
What is the mileage of RA57 OSE?
The last recorded mileage for RA57 OSE was 96,985 miles, recorded on 9 May 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RA57 OSE passed its MOT?
RA57 OSE has had 13 MOT tests with a 54% pass rate (7 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 9 May 2019.
Is RA57 OSE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RA57 OSE is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2007, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is RA57 OSE?
RA57 OSE is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 57 means registered between 1 September 2007 and 28 February 2008.