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GR55 RNU

2005 Volkswagen Transporter · Diesel · 1896cc

Blue Registered in Brighton, Garden of England · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourBlue
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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 6 (71% pass rate). It has 172,863 miles on the clock, averaging 9,657 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 GR55 RNU

MOT Status
Due date passed
172,863
Last Mileage
Recorded
21
Total Tests
Since 2009
71%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 21 tests on record
9,657

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
5

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading172,863 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1
Average per year9,657
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for GR55 RNU 26k62k99k136k173k '09'24'17

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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record

PASS
Mileage172,863 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage172,862 miles
Since last MOT+6,446 miles
PASS
Mileage166,416 miles
Since last MOT+6,820 miles
PASS
Mileage159,596 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage159,596 miles
Since last MOT+6,075 miles
PASS
Mileage153,521 miles
Since last MOT+4,363 miles
PASS
Mileage149,158 miles
Since last MOT+5 miles
FAIL
Mileage149,153 miles
Since last MOT+2,781 miles
PASS
Mileage146,372 miles
Since last MOT+9 miles
FAIL
Mileage146,363 miles
Since last MOT+5,596 miles
PASS
Mileage140,767 miles
Since last MOT+5,041 miles
PASS
Mileage135,726 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage135,726 miles
Since last MOT+16,365 miles
PASS
Mileage119,361 miles
Since last MOT+14,064 miles
PASS
Mileage105,297 miles
Since last MOT+21,730 miles
PASS
Mileage83,567 miles
Since last MOT+17,127 miles
PASS
Mileage66,440 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage66,440 miles
Since last MOT+14,564 miles
PASS
Mileage51,876 miles
Since last MOT+13,329 miles
PASS
Mileage38,547 miles
Since last MOT+13,005 miles
PASS
Mileage25,542 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

RegistrationGR55 RNU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeGR — Brighton, Garden of England
Age identifier55 — September 2005 to February 2006

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About GR55 RNU

What car is GR55 RNU?

GR55 RNU is a blue Volkswagen Transporter, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Brighton in 2005.

What is the mileage of GR55 RNU?

The last recorded mileage for GR55 RNU was 172,863 miles, recorded on 18 Jun 2024 during its most recent MOT test.

Has GR55 RNU passed its MOT?

GR55 RNU has had 21 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (15 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 18 Jun 2024.

Is GR55 RNU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, GR55 RNU 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 GR55 RNU?

GR55 RNU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.