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 2004 Volkswagen Transporter Diesel 2460cc has had 24 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 5 (79% pass rate). It has 235,994 miles on the clock, averaging 8,470 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 RE04 ARU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 235,994 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,802 |
| Average per year | 8,470 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 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 | RE04 ARU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Transporter |
| Colour | Beige |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 2460cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RE — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About RE04 ARU
What car is RE04 ARU?
RE04 ARU is an beige Volkswagen Transporter, diesel (2460cc). First registered in Reading in 2004.
What is the mileage of RE04 ARU?
The last recorded mileage for RE04 ARU was 235,994 miles, recorded on 27 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RE04 ARU passed its MOT?
RE04 ARU has had 24 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (19 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 27 Jun 2026.
Is RE04 ARU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RE04 ARU 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 RE04 ARU?
RE04 ARU is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.