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LU04 DUB

2005 Volkswagen Transporter · Diesel · 1896cc

Blue Registered in Sidcup, London · 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 26 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 9 (65% pass rate). It has 198,313 miles on the clock, averaging 7,596 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 LU04 DUB

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
198,313
Last Mileage
Recorded
26
Total Tests
Since 2008
65%
Pass Rate
17 passed, 9 failed

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

9

MOT failures recorded

Out of 26 tests on record
7,596

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
5

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading198,313 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,369
Average per year7,596
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LU04 DUB 65k98k132k165k198k '08'25'18

Check LU04 DUB

Full MOT Test History 26 tests on record

PASS
Mileage198,313 miles
Since last MOT+2,369 miles
PASS
Mileage195,944 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage195,943 miles
Since last MOT+3,980 miles
PASS
Mileage191,963 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage191,957 miles
Since last MOT+2,473 miles
PASS
Mileage189,484 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage189,484 miles
Since last MOT+2,469 miles
PASS
Mileage187,015 miles
Since last MOT+10,454 miles
PASS
Mileage176,561 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage176,561 miles
Since last MOT+7,004 miles
PASS
Mileage169,557 miles
Since last MOT+4,811 miles
PASS
Mileage164,746 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage164,746 miles
Since last MOT+4,142 miles
PASS
Mileage160,604 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage160,604 miles
Since last MOT+11,056 miles
PASS
Mileage149,548 miles
Since last MOT+29 miles
FAIL
Mileage149,519 miles
Since last MOT+12,289 miles
PASS
Mileage137,230 miles
Since last MOT+12,750 miles
PASS
Mileage124,480 miles
Since last MOT+17,016 miles
PASS
Mileage107,464 miles
Since last MOT+12,680 miles
PASS
Mileage94,784 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage94,784 miles
Since last MOT+8,924 miles
PASS
Mileage85,860 miles
Since last MOT+12,897 miles
PASS
Mileage72,963 miles
Since last MOT+8,179 miles
PASS
Mileage64,784 miles
Since last MOT+49 miles
FAIL
Mileage64,735 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

RegistrationLU04 DUB
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeLU — Sidcup, London
Age identifier04 — March 2004 to August 2004

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About LU04 DUB

What car is LU04 DUB?

LU04 DUB is an blue Volkswagen Transporter, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Sidcup in 2005.

What is the mileage of LU04 DUB?

The last recorded mileage for LU04 DUB was 198,313 miles, recorded on 15 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LU04 DUB passed its MOT?

LU04 DUB has had 26 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (17 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 15 Oct 2025.

Is LU04 DUB ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LU04 DUB 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 LU04 DUB?

LU04 DUB is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 04 means registered between 1 March 2004 and 31 August 2004.