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 2004 Volkswagen Transporter Diesel 2460cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 5 (72% pass rate). It has 133,227 miles on the clock, averaging 3,309 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 SO04 JXU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 133,227 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,724 |
| Average per year | 3,309 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | SO04 JXU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Transporter |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 2460cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SO — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 04 — March 2004 to August 2004 |
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About SO04 JXU
What car is SO04 JXU?
SO04 JXU is an silver Volkswagen Transporter, diesel (2460cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2004.
What is the mileage of SO04 JXU?
The last recorded mileage for SO04 JXU was 133,227 miles, recorded on 20 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SO04 JXU passed its MOT?
SO04 JXU has had 18 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (13 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 20 Oct 2025.
Is SO04 JXU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SO04 JXU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is SO04 JXU?
SO04 JXU is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.