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 1896cc has had 25 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 6 (76% pass rate). It has 135,044 miles on the clock, averaging 6,006 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 RJ55 HWT
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 135,044 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,006 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 25 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).
Injector wiring loom and connectors (under rocker cover)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RJ55 HWT |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Transporter |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RJ — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About RJ55 HWT
What car is RJ55 HWT?
RJ55 HWT is an silver Volkswagen Transporter, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Reading in 2006.
What is the mileage of RJ55 HWT?
The last recorded mileage for RJ55 HWT was 135,044 miles, recorded on 5 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RJ55 HWT passed its MOT?
RJ55 HWT has had 25 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (19 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 5 Feb 2026.
Is RJ55 HWT ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RJ55 HWT 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 RJ55 HWT?
RJ55 HWT is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.