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PX05 WTL

2005 Volkswagen Transporter · Diesel · 1896cc

Red Registered in Carlisle, Preston · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourRed
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 179,708 miles on the clock, averaging 8,552 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 PX05 WTL

MOT Status
Due date passed
179,708
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
8,552

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading179,708 miles
Reading date
Average per year8,552
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for PX05 WTL 30k67k105k142k180k '08'25'18

Check PX05 WTL

Full MOT Test History 27 tests on record

PASS
Mileage179,708 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage179,708 miles
Since last MOT+7,041 miles
PASS
Mileage172,667 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage172,667 miles
Since last MOT+11,717 miles
PASS
Mileage160,950 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage160,950 miles
Since last MOT+18,959 miles
PASS
Mileage141,991 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage141,988 miles
Since last MOT+20,729 miles
PASS
Mileage121,259 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage121,259 miles
Since last MOT+9,088 miles
PASS
Mileage112,171 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage112,171 miles
Since last MOT+9,563 miles
PASS
Mileage102,608 miles
Since last MOT+3,014 miles
PASS
Mileage99,594 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage99,594 miles
Since last MOT+6,182 miles
PASS
Mileage93,412 miles
Since last MOT+365 miles
FAIL
Mileage93,047 miles
Since last MOT+7,147 miles
PASS
Mileage85,900 miles
Since last MOT+7,377 miles
PASS
Mileage78,523 miles
Since last MOT+7,700 miles
PASS
Mileage70,823 miles
Since last MOT+3,068 miles
PASS
Mileage67,755 miles
Since last MOT+2,396 miles
PASS
Mileage65,359 miles
Since last MOT+250 miles
FAIL
Mileage65,109 miles
Since last MOT+7,310 miles
PASS
Mileage57,799 miles
Since last MOT+9,993 miles
PASS
Mileage47,806 miles
Since last MOT+9,672 miles
PASS
Mileage38,134 miles
Since last MOT+8,515 miles
PASS
Mileage29,619 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

RegistrationPX05 WTL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codePX — Carlisle, Preston
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About PX05 WTL

What car is PX05 WTL?

PX05 WTL is a red Volkswagen Transporter, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Carlisle in 2005.

What is the mileage of PX05 WTL?

The last recorded mileage for PX05 WTL was 179,708 miles, recorded on 8 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PX05 WTL passed its MOT?

PX05 WTL has had 27 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (18 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 8 Oct 2025.

Is PX05 WTL ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, PX05 WTL 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 PX05 WTL?

PX05 WTL is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.