Vehicle summary
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 2014 Volkswagen Transporter Diesel 1968cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 2 (82% pass rate). It has 84,519 miles on the clock, averaging 4,183 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TDI engine is known for 1. oil pump. Common Volkswagen Transporter issues include front window regulators and driveshaft splines (front and rear axles).
MOT & Mileage History for RC05 VWC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 84,519 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 4,183 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record
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).
1. Oil Pump (driven by balancing shaft module)
Balancing shaft chain tensioner fails, halting the oil pump and starving the engine of lubrication.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RC05 VWC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Transporter |
| Colour | Purple |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2014 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RC — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About RC05 VWC
What car is RC05 VWC?
RC05 VWC is an purple Volkswagen Transporter, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Reading in 2014.
What is the mileage of RC05 VWC?
The last recorded mileage for RC05 VWC was 84,519 miles, recorded on 20 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RC05 VWC passed its MOT?
RC05 VWC has had 11 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (9 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 20 Jan 2026.
Is RC05 VWC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RC05 VWC is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2014, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is RC05 VWC?
RC05 VWC is approximately 12 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.