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 2005 Volkswagen Transporter Diesel 2460cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 5 (74% pass rate). It has 149,383 miles on the clock, averaging 3,793 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Transporter issues include front window regulators and driveshaft splines (front and rear axles).
MOT & Mileage History for RL54 LGW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 149,383 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 746 |
| Average per year | 3,793 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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).
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RL54 LGW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Transporter |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 2460cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RL — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About RL54 LGW
What car is RL54 LGW?
RL54 LGW is an blue Volkswagen Transporter, diesel (2460cc). First registered in Reading in 2005.
What is the mileage of RL54 LGW?
The last recorded mileage for RL54 LGW was 149,383 miles, recorded on 26 May 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RL54 LGW passed its MOT?
RL54 LGW has had 19 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (14 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 26 May 2026.
Is RL54 LGW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RL54 LGW 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 RL54 LGW?
RL54 LGW is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.