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 2006 Volkswagen Transporter Diesel 2460cc has had 26 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 9 (65% pass rate). It has 197,959 miles on the clock, averaging 10,381 miles per year, above 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 RE06 VRM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 197,959 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7 |
| Average per year | 10,381 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 26 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 | RE06 VRM |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Transporter |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 2460cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RE — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 06 — March 2006 to August 2006 |
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About RE06 VRM
What car is RE06 VRM?
RE06 VRM is an blue Volkswagen Transporter, diesel (2460cc). First registered in Reading in 2006.
What is the mileage of RE06 VRM?
The last recorded mileage for RE06 VRM was 197,959 miles, recorded on 20 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RE06 VRM passed its MOT?
RE06 VRM has had 26 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (17 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 20 Oct 2025.
Is RE06 VRM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RE06 VRM is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2006, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is RE06 VRM?
RE06 VRM is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 06 means registered between 1 March 2006 and 31 August 2006.