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WA56 BVU

2006 Volkswagen Transporter · Diesel · 1896cc

Beige Registered in Exeter, West of England · 20 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2006
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourBeige
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 2006 Volkswagen Transporter Diesel 1896cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 6 (74% pass rate). It has 76,885 miles on the clock, averaging 3,363 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 TDI engine is known for injector wiring loom and connectors (under rocker cover). Common Volkswagen Transporter issues include front window regulators and driveshaft splines (front and rear axles).

MOT & Mileage History for WA56 BVU

MOT Status
Due date passed
76,885
Last Mileage
Recorded
23
Total Tests
Since 2009
74%
Pass Rate
17 passed, 6 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 23 tests on record
3,363

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading76,885 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,425
Average per year3,363
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WA56 BVU 23k36k50k63k77k '09'25'17

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Full MOT Test History 23 tests on record

PASS
Mileage76,885 miles
Since last MOT+2,425 miles
PASS
Mileage74,460 miles
Since last MOT+2,190 miles
PASS
Mileage72,270 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage72,270 miles
Since last MOT+2,494 miles
PASS
Mileage69,776 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage69,776 miles
Since last MOT+2,062 miles
PASS
Mileage67,714 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage67,714 miles
Since last MOT+1,157 miles
PASS
Mileage66,557 miles
Since last MOT+959 miles
PASS
Mileage65,598 miles
Since last MOT+2,145 miles
PASS
Mileage63,453 miles
Since last MOT+2,106 miles
PASS
Mileage61,347 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage61,347 miles
Since last MOT+2,343 miles
PASS
Mileage59,004 miles
Since last MOT+2,451 miles
PASS
Mileage56,553 miles
Since last MOT+4,824 miles
PASS
Mileage51,729 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage51,725 miles
Since last MOT+6,337 miles
PASS
Mileage45,388 miles
Since last MOT+4,749 miles
PASS
Mileage40,639 miles
Since last MOT+6,235 miles
PASS
Mileage34,404 miles
Since last MOT+5,770 miles
PASS
Mileage28,634 miles
Since last MOT+5,604 miles
PASS
Mileage23,030 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage23,030 miles

🔧 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).

Injector wiring loom and connectors (under rocker cover)

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWA56 BVU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
ColourBeige
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2006
First registered
Area codeWA — Exeter, West of England
Age identifier56 — September 2006 to February 2007

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About WA56 BVU

What car is WA56 BVU?

WA56 BVU is a beige Volkswagen Transporter, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Exeter in 2006.

What is the mileage of WA56 BVU?

The last recorded mileage for WA56 BVU was 76,885 miles, recorded on 26 Aug 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WA56 BVU passed its MOT?

WA56 BVU has had 23 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (17 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 26 Aug 2025.

Is WA56 BVU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WA56 BVU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2006, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is WA56 BVU?

WA56 BVU is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.