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LR05 OFW

2005 Volkswagen Transporter · Diesel · 1896cc

Silver Registered in Stanmore, London · 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 28 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 11 (61% pass rate). It has 160,724 miles on the clock, averaging 5,929 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 LR05 OFW

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
160,724
Last Mileage
Recorded
28
Total Tests
Since 2008
61%
Pass Rate
17 passed, 11 failed

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

11

MOT failures recorded

Out of 28 tests on record
5,929

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
6

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading160,724 miles
Reading date
Average per year5,929
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LR05 OFW 55k82k108k134k161k '08'26'18

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Full MOT Test History 28 tests on record

PASS
Mileage160,724 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage160,724 miles
Since last MOT+3,228 miles
PASS
Mileage157,496 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage157,496 miles
Since last MOT+10,831 miles
PASS
Mileage146,665 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage146,665 miles
Since last MOT+1,885 miles
PASS
Mileage144,780 miles
Since last MOT+20 miles
PASS
Mileage144,760 miles
Since last MOT+255 miles
PASS
Mileage144,505 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage144,505 miles
Since last MOT+2,040 miles
PASS
Mileage142,465 miles
Since last MOT+10 miles
FAIL
Mileage142,455 miles
Since last MOT+5,206 miles
PASS
Mileage137,249 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage137,249 miles
Since last MOT+6,674 miles
PASS
Mileage130,575 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage130,575 miles
Since last MOT+15,859 miles
PASS
Mileage114,716 miles
Since last MOT+9,222 miles
PASS
Mileage105,494 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage105,492 miles
Since last MOT+10,852 miles
PASS
Mileage94,640 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage94,639 miles
Since last MOT+13,682 miles
PASS
Mileage80,957 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage80,957 miles
Since last MOT+4,538 miles
FAIL
Mileage76,419 miles
Since last MOT+4,653 miles
PASS
Mileage71,766 miles
Since last MOT+4,871 miles
PASS
Mileage66,895 miles
Since last MOT+6,762 miles
PASS
Mileage60,133 miles
Since last MOT+4,938 miles
PASS
Mileage55,195 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

RegistrationLR05 OFW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeLR — Stanmore, London
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About LR05 OFW

What car is LR05 OFW?

LR05 OFW is an silver Volkswagen Transporter, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2005.

What is the mileage of LR05 OFW?

The last recorded mileage for LR05 OFW was 160,724 miles, recorded on 15 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LR05 OFW passed its MOT?

LR05 OFW has had 28 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (17 passes, 11 failures). It last passed on 15 Jan 2026.

Is LR05 OFW ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LR05 OFW 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 LR05 OFW?

LR05 OFW is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.