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WJ54 OBM

2004 Volkswagen Transporter · Diesel · 1896cc

White Registered in Exeter, West of England · 22 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2004
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourWhite
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 2004 Volkswagen Transporter Diesel 1896cc has had 30 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 11 (63% pass rate). It has 109,276 miles on the clock, averaging 4,646 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 WJ54 OBM

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
109,276
Last Mileage
Recorded
30
Total Tests
Since 2007
63%
Pass Rate
19 passed, 11 failed

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

11

MOT failures recorded

Out of 30 tests on record
4,646

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading109,276 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3
Average per year4,646
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WJ54 OBM 24k45k66k88k109k '07'26'16

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Full MOT Test History 30 tests on record

PASS
Mileage109,276 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage109,273 miles
Since last MOT+1,225 miles
PASS
Mileage108,048 miles
Since last MOT+3,515 miles
PASS
Mileage104,533 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage104,531 miles
Since last MOT+2,450 miles
PASS
Mileage102,081 miles
Since last MOT+27 miles
FAIL
Mileage102,054 miles
Since last MOT+15 miles
FAIL
Mileage102,039 miles
Since last MOT+2,225 miles
PASS
Mileage99,814 miles
Since last MOT+2,012 miles
PASS
Mileage97,802 miles
Since last MOT+10 miles
FAIL
Mileage97,792 miles
Since last MOT+1,733 miles
PASS
Mileage96,059 miles
Since last MOT+1,969 miles
PASS
Mileage94,090 miles
Since last MOT+2,886 miles
PASS
Mileage91,204 miles
Since last MOT+3,022 miles
PASS
Mileage88,182 miles
Since last MOT+10 miles
FAIL
Mileage88,172 miles
Since last MOT+2,764 miles
PASS
Mileage85,408 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage85,408 miles
Since last MOT+4,493 miles
PASS
Mileage80,915 miles
Since last MOT+2,987 miles
PASS
Mileage77,928 miles
Since last MOT+11 miles
FAIL
Mileage77,917 miles
Since last MOT+3,404 miles
PASS
Mileage74,513 miles
Since last MOT+3,131 miles
PASS
Mileage71,382 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage71,380 miles
Since last MOT+16,162 miles
PASS
Mileage55,218 miles
Since last MOT+341 miles
FAIL
Mileage54,877 miles
Since last MOT+13,363 miles
PASS
Mileage41,514 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage41,514 miles
Since last MOT+13,356 miles
PASS
Mileage28,158 miles
Since last MOT+4,625 miles
PASS
Mileage23,533 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

RegistrationWJ54 OBM
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2004
First registered
Area codeWJ — Exeter, West of England
Age identifier54 — September 2004 to February 2005

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About WJ54 OBM

What car is WJ54 OBM?

WJ54 OBM is a white Volkswagen Transporter, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Exeter in 2004.

What is the mileage of WJ54 OBM?

The last recorded mileage for WJ54 OBM was 109,276 miles, recorded on 13 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WJ54 OBM passed its MOT?

WJ54 OBM has had 30 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (19 passes, 11 failures). It last passed on 13 Mar 2026.

Is WJ54 OBM ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WJ54 OBM 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 WJ54 OBM?

WJ54 OBM is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.