2006 Volkswagen Transporter 2.5L Diesel · YR56 HWT
2006 Volkswagen Transporter (2.5L, diesel). First registered 01/09/2006. Recorded mileage 176,784 miles. MOT valid until 22/01/2027. Taxed until 01/08/2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER
- Year / Origin
- 2006 · Sheffield
- MOT Status
- Valid until 22/01/2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01/08/2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 176,784 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- DIESEL
- Year
- 2006
- Engine
- 2460cc
YR56 HWT Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 23/01/2026
- 176,784 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- 4 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (13 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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YR56 HWT Mileage History
- 25/09/2024163,997 mi
- 26/09/2025176,774 mi+12,777 mi
- 25/11/2025176,774 mi
- 23/01/2026176,784 mi+10 mi
- 23/01/2026176,784 mi
Average of roughly 9,625 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
YR56 HWT 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 2006 Volkswagen Transporter (YR56 HWT) between September 2024 and January 2026.
The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 23 January 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 3 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (13 issues), Tyres (10 issues), Brakes (10 issues), Lighting (7 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (5 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 32 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: “Central Exhaust has a major leak of exhaust gases (6.1.2 (a))”; “Windscreen washer provides insufficient washer liquid (3.5 (a))”; “Fuel cap/sealing device missing (6.1.3 (b) (i))”.
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