2016 Volkswagen Transporter 2.0L Diesel · SW05 GLW
2016 Volkswagen Transporter (2.0L, diesel). First registered 01 Aug 2016. Recorded mileage 50,252 miles. MOT valid until 30 Jul 2027. Taxed until 01 Feb 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER
- Year / Origin
- 2016 · Aberdeen
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 30 Jul 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Feb 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 50,252 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- ULEZ Compliant (Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 2.0L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
SW05 GLW Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 22/07/2026
- 50,252 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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SW05 GLW Mileage History
- 21/07/202339,788 mi
- 24/07/202443,274 mi+3,486 mi
- 21/07/202546,964 mi+3,690 mi
- 21/07/202650,252 mi+3,288 mi
- 22/07/202650,252 mi
Average of roughly 3,484 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
SW05 GLW 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 2016 Volkswagen Transporter (SW05 GLW) between July 2023 and July 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 22 July 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Lighting (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
Recorded failure items include: “Trailer electrical socket (13 pin) not operating the trailer lamps as intended not showing side lights working (4.10 (c)”.
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