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DK05 HLU

2005 Volkswagen Transporter · Diesel · 1896cc

Silver Registered in Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourSilver
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 24 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 7 (71% pass rate). It has 179,166 miles on the clock, averaging 9,127 miles per year, above 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 DK05 HLU

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
179,166
Last Mileage
Recorded
24
Total Tests
Since 2008
71%
Pass Rate
17 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 24 tests on record
9,127

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
4

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading179,166 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1,794
Average per year9,127
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for DK05 HLU 18k58k99k139k179k '08'25'18

Check DK05 HLU

Full MOT Test History 24 tests on record

PASS
Mileage179,166 miles
Since last MOT+1,794 miles
PASS
Mileage177,372 miles
Since last MOT+15 miles
FAIL
Mileage177,357 miles
Since last MOT+2,358 miles
PASS
Mileage174,999 miles
Since last MOT+7,109 miles
PASS
Mileage167,890 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage167,890 miles
Since last MOT+3,794 miles
PASS
Mileage164,096 miles
Since last MOT+3,235 miles
PASS
Mileage160,861 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage160,861 miles
Since last MOT+5,134 miles
PASS
Mileage155,727 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage155,727 miles
Since last MOT+6,128 miles
PASS
Mileage149,599 miles
Since last MOT+63 miles
FAIL
Mileage149,536 miles
Since last MOT+9,615 miles
PASS
Mileage139,921 miles
Since last MOT+10,030 miles
PASS
Mileage129,891 miles
Since last MOT+8,629 miles
PASS
Mileage121,262 miles
Since last MOT+22,574 miles
PASS
Mileage98,688 miles
Since last MOT+17,837 miles
PASS
Mileage80,851 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage80,851 miles
Since last MOT+28,982 miles
PASS
Mileage51,869 miles
Since last MOT+42 miles
FAIL
Mileage51,827 miles
Since last MOT+20,624 miles
PASS
Mileage31,203 miles
Since last MOT+9,498 miles
PASS
Mileage21,705 miles
Since last MOT+3,704 miles
PASS
Mileage18,001 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

RegistrationDK05 HLU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeDK — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About DK05 HLU

What car is DK05 HLU?

DK05 HLU is a silver Volkswagen Transporter, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Chester in 2005.

What is the mileage of DK05 HLU?

The last recorded mileage for DK05 HLU was 179,166 miles, recorded on 1 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has DK05 HLU passed its MOT?

DK05 HLU has had 24 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (17 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 1 Dec 2025.

Is DK05 HLU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, DK05 HLU 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 DK05 HLU?

DK05 HLU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.