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 2005 Volkswagen Transporter Diesel 2460cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 7 (63% pass rate). It has 197,821 miles on the clock, averaging 9,911 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 SW54 GVJ
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 197,821 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2 |
| Average per year | 9,911 |
| 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 | SW54 GVJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Transporter |
| Colour | White |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 2460cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SW — Aberdeen, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About SW54 GVJ
What car is SW54 GVJ?
SW54 GVJ is an white Volkswagen Transporter, diesel (2460cc). First registered in Aberdeen in 2005.
What is the mileage of SW54 GVJ?
The last recorded mileage for SW54 GVJ was 197,821 miles, recorded on 22 Oct 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SW54 GVJ passed its MOT?
SW54 GVJ has had 19 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (12 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 22 Oct 2018.
Is SW54 GVJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SW54 GVJ is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is SW54 GVJ?
SW54 GVJ is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.