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RA55 LJN

2005 Volkswagen Transporter · Diesel · 1896cc

Orange Registered in Reading, Reading · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourOrange
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 15 and failing 12 (56% pass rate). It has 295,513 miles on the clock, averaging 12,776 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 RA55 LJN

MOT Status
Due date passed
295,513
Last Mileage
Recorded
27
Total Tests
Since 2009
56%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 12 failed

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

12

MOT failures recorded

Out of 27 tests on record
12,776

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading295,513 miles
Reading date
Average per year12,776
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for RA55 LJN 87k139k191k243k296k '09'25'17

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Full MOT Test History 27 tests on record

PASS
Mileage295,513 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage295,513 miles
Since last MOT+2,785 miles
PASS
Mileage292,728 miles
Since last MOT+3,709 miles
PASS
Mileage289,019 miles
Since last MOT+274 miles
FAIL
Mileage288,745 miles
Since last MOT+11,723 miles
PASS
Mileage277,022 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage277,022 miles
Since last MOT+7,858 miles
PASS
Mileage269,164 miles
Since last MOT+2,525 miles
PASS
Mileage266,639 miles
Since last MOT+2,913 miles
PASS
Mileage263,726 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage263,726 miles
Since last MOT+11,280 miles
PASS
Mileage252,446 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage252,446 miles
Since last MOT+17,581 miles
PASS
Mileage234,865 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage234,865 miles
Since last MOT+21,156 miles
PASS
Mileage213,709 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage213,709 miles
Since last MOT+20,187 miles
PASS
Mileage193,522 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage193,522 miles
Since last MOT+20,401 miles
PASS
Mileage173,121 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage173,121 miles
Since last MOT+18,930 miles
PASS
Mileage154,191 miles
Since last MOT+13,323 miles
FAIL
Mileage140,868 miles
Since last MOT+16,364 miles
PASS
Mileage124,504 miles
Since last MOT+63 miles
FAIL
Mileage124,441 miles
Since last MOT+19,008 miles
FAIL
Mileage105,433 miles
Since last MOT+18,308 miles
PASS
Mileage87,125 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

RegistrationRA55 LJN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
ColourOrange
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeRA — Reading, Reading
Age identifier55 — September 2005 to February 2006

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About RA55 LJN

What car is RA55 LJN?

RA55 LJN is an orange Volkswagen Transporter, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Reading in 2005.

What is the mileage of RA55 LJN?

The last recorded mileage for RA55 LJN was 295,513 miles, recorded on 12 Aug 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RA55 LJN passed its MOT?

RA55 LJN has had 27 MOT tests with a 56% pass rate (15 passes, 12 failures). It last passed on 12 Aug 2025.

Is RA55 LJN ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, RA55 LJN 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 RA55 LJN?

RA55 LJN is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.