2004 Volkswagen Transporter 1.9L Diesel · SW04 SYR
2004 Volkswagen Transporter (1.9L, diesel). First registered 12 Aug 2004. Recorded mileage 141,317 miles. MOT valid until 11 Apr 2027. Taxed until 01 Jan 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Aberdeen
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 11 Apr 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jan 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 141,317 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.9L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
SW04 SYR Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 13/04/2026
- 141,317 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (2 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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SW04 SYR Mileage History
- 11/12/2023127,498 mi
- 25/11/2024134,935 mi+7,437 mi
- 25/11/2024134,935 mi
- 09/04/2026141,317 mi+6,382 mi
- 13/04/2026141,317 mi
Average of roughly 5,910 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
SW04 SYR MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2004 Volkswagen Transporter (SW04 SYR) between December 2023 and April 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 13 April 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (2 issues), Steering (2 issues), Brakes (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 7 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Nearside Front Shock absorbers damaged to the extent that it does not function (5.3.2 (b))”; “Offside Front Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7 ”; “Horn not working (7.7 (a))”.
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