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WJ54 UVL

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 28 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 9 (68% pass rate). It has 189,278 miles on the clock, averaging 7,418 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 UVL

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
189,278
Last Mileage
Recorded
28
Total Tests
Since 2007
68%
Pass Rate
19 passed, 9 failed

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

9

MOT failures recorded

Out of 28 tests on record
7,418

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 reading189,278 miles
Reading date
Miles last year156
Average per year7,418
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WJ54 UVL 54k88k122k155k189k '07'25'17

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Full MOT Test History 28 tests on record

PASS
Mileage189,278 miles
Since last MOT+156 miles
FAIL
Mileage189,122 miles
Since last MOT+5,955 miles
PASS
Mileage183,167 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage183,167 miles
Since last MOT+5,024 miles
PASS
Mileage178,143 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage178,143 miles
Since last MOT+3,633 miles
PASS
Mileage174,510 miles
Since last MOT+4,189 miles
PASS
Mileage170,321 miles
Since last MOT+5,965 miles
PASS
Mileage164,356 miles
Since last MOT+4,306 miles
PASS
Mileage160,050 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage160,050 miles
Since last MOT+8,081 miles
PASS
Mileage151,969 miles
Since last MOT+7,122 miles
PASS
Mileage144,847 miles
Since last MOT+50 miles
FAIL
Mileage144,797 miles
Since last MOT+6,158 miles
PASS
Mileage138,639 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage138,639 miles
Since last MOT+7,009 miles
PASS
Mileage131,630 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage131,630 miles
Since last MOT+7,922 miles
PASS
Mileage123,708 miles
Since last MOT+5,945 miles
PASS
Mileage117,763 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage117,763 miles
Since last MOT+10,961 miles
PASS
Mileage106,802 miles
Since last MOT+15,698 miles
PASS
Mileage91,104 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage91,104 miles
Since last MOT+12,273 miles
PASS
Mileage78,831 miles
Since last MOT+12,903 miles
PASS
Mileage65,928 miles
Since last MOT+5,353 miles
PASS
Mileage60,575 miles
Since last MOT+6,612 miles
PASS
Mileage53,963 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 UVL
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 UVL

What car is WJ54 UVL?

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

What is the mileage of WJ54 UVL?

The last recorded mileage for WJ54 UVL was 189,278 miles, recorded on 25 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WJ54 UVL passed its MOT?

WJ54 UVL has had 28 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (19 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 25 Nov 2025.

Is WJ54 UVL ULEZ compliant?

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

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