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 2012 Volkswagen Transporter Diesel 2460cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 2 (86% pass rate). It has 176,085 miles on the clock, averaging 3,456 miles per year, well 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 SL12 FJY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 176,085 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 3,456 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 | SL12 FJY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Transporter |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 2460cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SL — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 12 — March 2012 to August 2012 |
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About SL12 FJY
What car is SL12 FJY?
SL12 FJY is an blue Volkswagen Transporter, diesel (2460cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2012.
What is the mileage of SL12 FJY?
The last recorded mileage for SL12 FJY was 176,085 miles, recorded on 9 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SL12 FJY passed its MOT?
SL12 FJY has had 14 MOT tests with an 86% pass rate (12 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 9 Feb 2026.
Is SL12 FJY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SL12 FJY is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2012, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is SL12 FJY?
SL12 FJY is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.