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WJ54 UVG

2004 Volkswagen Transporter · Diesel · 1896cc

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

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2004
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourBlue
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 27 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 9 (67% pass rate). It has 160,846 miles on the clock, averaging 7,662 miles per year, around 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 UVG

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
160,846
Last Mileage
Recorded
27
Total Tests
Since 2007
67%
Pass Rate
18 passed, 9 failed

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

9

MOT failures recorded

Out of 27 tests on record
7,662

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading160,846 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2
Average per year7,662
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WJ54 UVG 20k55k90k126k161k '07'26'18

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Full MOT Test History 27 tests on record

PASS
Mileage160,846 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage160,844 miles
Since last MOT+6,807 miles
PASS
Mileage154,037 miles
Since last MOT+12 miles
FAIL
Mileage154,025 miles
Since last MOT+7,011 miles
PASS
Mileage147,014 miles
Since last MOT+10 miles
FAIL
Mileage147,004 miles
Since last MOT+7,425 miles
PASS
Mileage139,579 miles
Since last MOT+6,622 miles
PASS
Mileage132,957 miles
Since last MOT+33 miles
FAIL
Mileage132,924 miles
Since last MOT+4,941 miles
PASS
Mileage127,983 miles
Since last MOT+1,564 miles
PASS
Mileage126,419 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage126,418 miles
Since last MOT+3,525 miles
PASS
Mileage122,893 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage122,892 miles
Since last MOT+6,304 miles
PASS
Mileage116,588 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage116,588 miles
Since last MOT+11,537 miles
PASS
Mileage105,051 miles
Since last MOT+9,694 miles
PASS
Mileage95,357 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage95,357 miles
Since last MOT+8,742 miles
PASS
Mileage86,615 miles
Since last MOT+8,556 miles
PASS
Mileage78,059 miles
Since last MOT+9,566 miles
PASS
Mileage68,493 miles
Since last MOT+11,630 miles
PASS
Mileage56,863 miles
Since last MOT+14,674 miles
FAIL
Mileage42,189 miles
Since last MOT+11,228 miles
PASS
Mileage30,961 miles
Since last MOT+5,238 miles
PASS
Mileage25,723 miles
Since last MOT+5,706 miles
PASS
Mileage20,017 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 UVG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
ColourBlue
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 UVG

What car is WJ54 UVG?

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

What is the mileage of WJ54 UVG?

The last recorded mileage for WJ54 UVG was 160,846 miles, recorded on 24 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WJ54 UVG passed its MOT?

WJ54 UVG has had 27 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (18 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 24 Feb 2026.

Is WJ54 UVG ULEZ compliant?

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

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