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LH55 ACU

2005 Volkswagen Transporter · Diesel · 1896cc

White Registered in Wimbledon, London · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourWhite
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 29 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 12 (59% pass rate). It has 182,696 miles on the clock, averaging 8,133 miles per year, around 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 LH55 ACU

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
182,696
Last Mileage
Recorded
29
Total Tests
Since 2009
59%
Pass Rate
17 passed, 12 failed

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

12

MOT failures recorded

Out of 29 tests on record
8,133

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading182,696 miles
Reading date
Average per year8,133
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LH55 ACU 42k77k112k148k183k '09'26'17

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Full MOT Test History 29 tests on record

PASS
Mileage182,696 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage182,696 miles
Since last MOT+5,300 miles
PASS
Mileage177,396 miles
Since last MOT+6,533 miles
PASS
Mileage170,863 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage170,861 miles
Since last MOT+8,310 miles
PASS
Mileage162,551 miles
Since last MOT+14 miles
FAIL
Mileage162,537 miles
Since last MOT+7,229 miles
PASS
Mileage155,308 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage155,304 miles
Since last MOT+5,871 miles
PASS
Mileage149,433 miles
Since last MOT+2,238 miles
PASS
Mileage147,195 miles
Since last MOT+8,577 miles
PASS
Mileage138,618 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage138,618 miles
Since last MOT+9,638 miles
PASS
Mileage128,980 miles
Since last MOT+10,321 miles
PASS
Mileage118,659 miles
Since last MOT+130 miles
FAIL
Mileage118,529 miles
Since last MOT+6,300 miles
PASS
Mileage112,229 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage112,229 miles
Since last MOT+2,795 miles
PASS
Mileage109,434 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage109,434 miles
Since last MOT+10,822 miles
PASS
Mileage98,612 miles
Since last MOT+409 miles
FAIL
Mileage98,203 miles
Since last MOT+8,069 miles
PASS
Mileage90,134 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage90,134 miles
Since last MOT+9,668 miles
PASS
Mileage80,466 miles
Since last MOT+7,224 miles
FAIL
Mileage73,242 miles
Since last MOT+6,339 miles
FAIL
Mileage66,903 miles
Since last MOT+14,035 miles
PASS
Mileage52,868 miles
Since last MOT+10,902 miles
PASS
Mileage41,966 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

RegistrationLH55 ACU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeLH — Wimbledon, London
Age identifier55 — September 2005 to February 2006

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About LH55 ACU

What car is LH55 ACU?

LH55 ACU is an white Volkswagen Transporter, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2005.

What is the mileage of LH55 ACU?

The last recorded mileage for LH55 ACU was 182,696 miles, recorded on 17 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LH55 ACU passed its MOT?

LH55 ACU has had 29 MOT tests with a 59% pass rate (17 passes, 12 failures). It last passed on 17 Jul 2026.

Is LH55 ACU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LH55 ACU 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 LH55 ACU?

LH55 ACU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.