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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 5 (74% pass rate). It has 209,039 miles on the clock, averaging 7,031 miles per year, below 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 RV09 VLZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 209,039 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,504 |
| Average per year | 7,031 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | RV09 VLZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Transporter |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 2460cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RV — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 09 — March 2009 to August 2009 |
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About RV09 VLZ
What car is RV09 VLZ?
RV09 VLZ is an grey Volkswagen Transporter, diesel (2460cc). First registered in Reading in 2009.
What is the mileage of RV09 VLZ?
The last recorded mileage for RV09 VLZ was 209,039 miles, recorded on 24 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RV09 VLZ passed its MOT?
RV09 VLZ has had 19 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (14 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 24 Sep 2025.
Is RV09 VLZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RV09 VLZ 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 RV09 VLZ?
RV09 VLZ is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.