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RJ55 YRF

2005 Volkswagen Transporter · Diesel · 1896cc

Blue Registered in Reading, Reading · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourBlue
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 25 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 6 (76% pass rate). It has 113,189 miles on the clock, averaging 4,799 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 RJ55 YRF

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
113,189
Last Mileage
Recorded
25
Total Tests
Since 2008
76%
Pass Rate
19 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 25 tests on record
4,799

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading113,189 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2,339
Average per year4,799
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for RJ55 YRF 28k49k71k92k113k '08'26'17

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Full MOT Test History 25 tests on record

PASS
Mileage113,189 miles
Since last MOT+2,339 miles
PASS
Mileage110,850 miles
Since last MOT+3,505 miles
PASS
Mileage107,345 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage107,342 miles
Since last MOT+3,353 miles
PASS
Mileage103,989 miles
Since last MOT+5,134 miles
PASS
Mileage98,855 miles
Since last MOT+5,403 miles
PASS
Mileage93,452 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage93,448 miles
Since last MOT+5,100 miles
PASS
Mileage88,348 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage88,346 miles
Since last MOT+5,636 miles
PASS
Mileage82,710 miles
Since last MOT+4,571 miles
PASS
Mileage78,139 miles
Since last MOT+5,060 miles
PASS
Mileage73,079 miles
Since last MOT+4,444 miles
PASS
Mileage68,635 miles
Since last MOT+4,891 miles
PASS
Mileage63,744 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage63,744 miles
Since last MOT+5,370 miles
PASS
Mileage58,374 miles
Since last MOT+4,431 miles
PASS
Mileage53,943 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage53,943 miles
Since last MOT+4,495 miles
PASS
Mileage49,448 miles
Since last MOT+5,363 miles
PASS
Mileage44,085 miles
Since last MOT+7,046 miles
PASS
Mileage37,039 miles
Since last MOT+7,989 miles
PASS
Mileage29,050 miles
Since last MOT+965 miles
PASS
Mileage28,085 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage28,085 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

RegistrationRJ55 YRF
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeRJ — Reading, Reading
Age identifier55 — September 2005 to February 2006

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About RJ55 YRF

What car is RJ55 YRF?

RJ55 YRF is an blue Volkswagen Transporter, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Reading in 2005.

What is the mileage of RJ55 YRF?

The last recorded mileage for RJ55 YRF was 113,189 miles, recorded on 29 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RJ55 YRF passed its MOT?

RJ55 YRF has had 25 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (19 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 29 Jul 2026.

Is RJ55 YRF ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, RJ55 YRF 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 RJ55 YRF?

RJ55 YRF is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.