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BV05 WKZ

2005 Volkswagen Transporter · Diesel · 1896cc

Red Registered in Birmingham, Birmingham · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourRed
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 2005 Volkswagen Transporter Diesel 1896cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 4 (76% pass rate). It has 153,805 miles on the clock, averaging 7,248 miles per year, below 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 BV05 WKZ

MOT Status
Due date passed
153,805
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2008
76%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
7,248

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
7

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading153,805 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,417
Average per year7,248
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for BV05 WKZ 29k60k91k123k154k '08'25'14

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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage153,805 miles
Since last MOT+3,417 miles
PASS
Mileage150,388 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage150,388 miles
Since last MOT+2,443 miles
PASS
Mileage147,945 miles
Since last MOT+1,561 miles
PASS
Mileage146,384 miles
Since last MOT+1,135 miles
PASS
Mileage145,249 miles
Since last MOT+7 miles
FAIL
Mileage145,242 miles
Since last MOT+25,309 miles
PASS
Mileage119,933 miles
Since last MOT+26,554 miles
PASS
Mileage93,379 miles
Since last MOT+11,767 miles
PASS
Mileage81,612 miles
FAIL
Mileage87,267 miles
Since last MOT+22,755 miles
PASS
Mileage64,512 miles
Since last MOT+9,792 miles
PASS
Mileage54,720 miles
Since last MOT+7,840 miles
PASS
Mileage46,880 miles
Since last MOT+9,732 miles
PASS
Mileage37,148 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage37,148 miles
Since last MOT+8,279 miles
PASS
Mileage28,869 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

RegistrationBV05 WKZ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeBV — Birmingham, Birmingham
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About BV05 WKZ

What car is BV05 WKZ?

BV05 WKZ is a red Volkswagen Transporter, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2005.

What is the mileage of BV05 WKZ?

The last recorded mileage for BV05 WKZ was 153,805 miles, recorded on 5 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has BV05 WKZ passed its MOT?

BV05 WKZ has had 17 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (13 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 5 Sep 2025.

Is BV05 WKZ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, BV05 WKZ 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 BV05 WKZ?

BV05 WKZ is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.