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OW05 KMJ

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 26 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 7 (73% pass rate). It has 75,722 miles on the clock, averaging 104 miles per year, well 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 OW05 KMJ

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
75,722
Last Mileage
Recorded
26
Total Tests
Since 2008
73%
Pass Rate
19 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 26 tests on record
104

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading75,722 miles
Reading date
Miles last year-205,685
Average per year104
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for OW05 KMJ 74k74k75k75k76k '08'26'16

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Full MOT Test History 26 tests on record

PASS
Mileage75,722 miles
FAIL
Mileage281,407 miles
Since last MOT+5,804 miles
PASS
Mileage275,603 miles
FAIL
PASS
Mileage269,943 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage269,943 miles
Since last MOT+5,049 miles
PASS
Mileage264,894 miles
Since last MOT+2,706 miles
PASS
Mileage262,188 miles
Since last MOT+23,963 miles
PASS
Mileage238,225 miles
Since last MOT+40,559 miles
PASS
Mileage197,666 miles
Since last MOT+34,183 miles
PASS
Mileage163,483 miles
Since last MOT+1,292 miles
PASS
Mileage162,191 miles
Since last MOT+3,000 miles
PASS
Mileage159,191 miles
Since last MOT+3,730 miles
PASS
Mileage155,461 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage155,461 miles
Since last MOT+4,186 miles
PASS
Mileage151,275 miles
Since last MOT+4,141 miles
PASS
Mileage147,134 miles
Since last MOT+3,355 miles
PASS
Mileage143,779 miles
Since last MOT+3,425 miles
PASS
Mileage140,354 miles
Since last MOT+13 miles
FAIL
Mileage140,341 miles
Since last MOT+5,563 miles
PASS
Mileage134,778 miles
Since last MOT+18,512 miles
PASS
Mileage116,266 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage116,266 miles
Since last MOT+36,397 miles
PASS
Mileage79,869 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage79,869 miles
Since last MOT+5,954 miles
PASS
Mileage73,915 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

RegistrationOW05 KMJ
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeOW — Oxford, Oxford
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About OW05 KMJ

What car is OW05 KMJ?

OW05 KMJ is an black Volkswagen Transporter, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Oxford in 2005.

What is the mileage of OW05 KMJ?

The last recorded mileage for OW05 KMJ was 75,722 miles, recorded on 22 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has OW05 KMJ passed its MOT?

OW05 KMJ has had 26 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (19 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 22 Jan 2026.

Is OW05 KMJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, OW05 KMJ 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 OW05 KMJ?

OW05 KMJ is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.