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OE05 SBU

2005 Volkswagen Transporter · Diesel · 1896cc

Silver Registered in Oxford, Oxford · 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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 4 (71% pass rate). It has 188,194 miles on the clock, averaging 17,076 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 OE05 SBU

MOT Status
Due date passed
188,194
Last Mileage
Recorded
14
Total Tests
Since 2008
71%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 4 failed

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

4

MOT failures recorded

Out of 14 tests on record
17,076

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading188,194 miles
Reading date
Average per year17,076
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for OE05 SBU 55k89k122k155k188k '08'16'13

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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record

PASS
Mileage188,194 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage188,194 miles
Since last MOT+16,395 miles
PASS
Mileage171,799 miles
Since last MOT+54 miles
FAIL
Mileage171,745 miles
Since last MOT+17,573 miles
PASS
Mileage154,172 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage154,172 miles
Since last MOT+20,143 miles
PASS
Mileage134,029 miles
Since last MOT+22,004 miles
PASS
Mileage112,025 miles
Since last MOT+21,611 miles
PASS
Mileage90,414 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage90,410 miles
Since last MOT+19,970 miles
PASS
Mileage70,440 miles
Since last MOT+357 miles
PASS
Mileage70,083 miles
Since last MOT+4,350 miles
PASS
Mileage65,733 miles
Since last MOT+10,358 miles
PASS
Mileage55,375 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 SBU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeOE — Oxford, Oxford
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About OE05 SBU

What car is OE05 SBU?

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

What is the mileage of OE05 SBU?

The last recorded mileage for OE05 SBU was 188,194 miles, recorded on 22 Jun 2016 during its most recent MOT test.

Has OE05 SBU passed its MOT?

OE05 SBU has had 14 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (10 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 22 Jun 2016.

Is OE05 SBU ULEZ compliant?

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

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