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OE05 RZW

2005 Volkswagen Transporter · Diesel · 1896cc

Black Registered in Oxford, Oxford · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourBlack
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 27 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 9 (67% pass rate). It has 173,924 miles on the clock, averaging 8,008 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 OE05 RZW

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
173,924
Last Mileage
Recorded
27
Total Tests
Since 2008
67%
Pass Rate
18 passed, 9 failed

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

9

MOT failures recorded

Out of 27 tests on record
8,008

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading173,924 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1
Average per year8,008
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for OE05 RZW 35k69k104k139k174k '08'25'18

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Full MOT Test History 27 tests on record

PASS
Mileage173,924 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage173,923 miles
Since last MOT+5,566 miles
PASS
Mileage168,357 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage168,357 miles
Since last MOT+6,387 miles
PASS
Mileage161,970 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage161,969 miles
Since last MOT+7,545 miles
PASS
Mileage154,424 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage154,424 miles
Since last MOT+6,328 miles
PASS
Mileage148,096 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage148,095 miles
Since last MOT+3,680 miles
PASS
Mileage144,415 miles
Since last MOT+6,348 miles
PASS
Mileage138,067 miles
Since last MOT+10 miles
FAIL
Mileage138,057 miles
Since last MOT+3,404 miles
PASS
Mileage134,653 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage134,653 miles
Since last MOT+4,448 miles
PASS
Mileage130,205 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage130,205 miles
Since last MOT+4,313 miles
PASS
Mileage125,892 miles
Since last MOT+4,931 miles
PASS
Mileage120,961 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage120,961 miles
Since last MOT+10,308 miles
PASS
Mileage110,653 miles
Since last MOT+13,053 miles
PASS
Mileage97,600 miles
Since last MOT+12,926 miles
PASS
Mileage84,674 miles
Since last MOT+11,736 miles
PASS
Mileage72,938 miles
Since last MOT+10,246 miles
PASS
Mileage62,692 miles
Since last MOT+12,284 miles
PASS
Mileage50,408 miles
Since last MOT+15,833 miles
PASS
Mileage34,575 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

RegistrationOE05 RZW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeOE — Oxford, Oxford
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About OE05 RZW

What car is OE05 RZW?

OE05 RZW is an black Volkswagen Transporter, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Oxford in 2005.

What is the mileage of OE05 RZW?

The last recorded mileage for OE05 RZW was 173,924 miles, recorded on 2 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has OE05 RZW passed its MOT?

OE05 RZW has had 27 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (18 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 2 Dec 2025.

Is OE05 RZW ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, OE05 RZW 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 OE05 RZW?

OE05 RZW is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.