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 2009 Volkswagen Transporter Diesel 2460cc has had 25 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 11 (56% pass rate). It has 200,859 miles on the clock, averaging 10,743 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 RK09 SWX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 200,859 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,475 |
| Average per year | 10,743 |
| 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).
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RK09 SWX |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Transporter |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 2460cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RK — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 09 — March 2009 to August 2009 |
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About RK09 SWX
What car is RK09 SWX?
RK09 SWX is an silver Volkswagen Transporter, diesel (2460cc). First registered in Reading in 2009.
What is the mileage of RK09 SWX?
The last recorded mileage for RK09 SWX was 200,859 miles, recorded on 16 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RK09 SWX passed its MOT?
RK09 SWX has had 25 MOT tests with a 56% pass rate (14 passes, 11 failures). It last passed on 16 Oct 2025.
Is RK09 SWX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RK09 SWX is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2009, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is RK09 SWX?
RK09 SWX is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.