Vehicle summary
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 2005 Volkswagen Transporter Diesel 2460cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 3 (87% pass rate). It has 144,432 miles on the clock, averaging 6,141 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Transporter issues include front window regulators and driveshaft splines (front and rear axles).
MOT & Mileage History for AV55 DBU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 144,432 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3 |
| Average per year | 6,141 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 tests on record
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).
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | AV55 DBU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Transporter |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 2460cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AV — Ipswich, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About AV55 DBU
What car is AV55 DBU?
AV55 DBU is an silver Volkswagen Transporter, diesel (2460cc). First registered in Ipswich in 2005.
What is the mileage of AV55 DBU?
The last recorded mileage for AV55 DBU was 144,432 miles, recorded on 23 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AV55 DBU passed its MOT?
AV55 DBU has had 23 MOT tests with an 87% pass rate (20 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 23 Jan 2026.
Is AV55 DBU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AV55 DBU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is AV55 DBU?
AV55 DBU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.