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WF12 BYD

2012 Volkswagen Transporter · Diesel · 1968cc

Silver Registered in Exeter, West of England · 14 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2012
FuelDiesel
Engine1968cc
ColourSilver
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 2012 Volkswagen Transporter Diesel 1968cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 2 (85% pass rate). It has 114,011 miles on the clock, averaging 8,145 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TDI engine is known for 1. oil pump. Common Volkswagen Transporter issues include front window regulators and driveshaft splines (front and rear axles).

MOT & Mileage History for WF12 BYD

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
114,011
Last Mileage
Recorded
13
Total Tests
Since 2015
85%
Pass Rate
11 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 13 tests on record
8,145

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading114,011 miles
Reading date
Miles last year8,185
Average per year8,145
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for WF12 BYD 25k47k70k92k114k '15'26'20

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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record

PASS
Mileage114,011 miles
Since last MOT+8,185 miles
PASS
Mileage105,826 miles
Since last MOT+29 miles
FAIL
Mileage105,797 miles
Since last MOT+6,963 miles
PASS
Mileage98,834 miles
Since last MOT+8,647 miles
PASS
Mileage90,187 miles
Since last MOT+9,870 miles
PASS
Mileage80,317 miles
Since last MOT+8,243 miles
PASS
Mileage72,074 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage72,074 miles
Since last MOT+9,036 miles
PASS
Mileage63,038 miles
Since last MOT+7,710 miles
PASS
Mileage55,328 miles
Since last MOT+8,995 miles
PASS
Mileage46,333 miles
Since last MOT+10,417 miles
PASS
Mileage35,916 miles
Since last MOT+10,594 miles
PASS
Mileage25,322 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).

1. Oil Pump (driven by balancing shaft module)

Balancing shaft chain tensioner fails, halting the oil pump and starving the engine of lubrication.

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationWF12 BYD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1968cc
Year2012
First registered
Area codeWF — Exeter, West of England
Age identifier12 — March 2012 to August 2012

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About WF12 BYD

What car is WF12 BYD?

WF12 BYD is a silver Volkswagen Transporter, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Exeter in 2012.

What is the mileage of WF12 BYD?

The last recorded mileage for WF12 BYD was 114,011 miles, recorded on 11 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WF12 BYD passed its MOT?

WF12 BYD has had 13 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (11 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 11 Feb 2026.

Is WF12 BYD ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WF12 BYD 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 WF12 BYD?

WF12 BYD is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.