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RO05 PAD

2008 Volkswagen Transporter · Diesel · 2460cc

Grey Registered in Reading, Reading · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2008
FuelDiesel
Engine2460cc
ColourGrey
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£265–£630

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 2008 Volkswagen Transporter Diesel 2460cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 5 (74% pass rate). It has 152,924 miles on the clock, averaging 7,288 miles per year, 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 RO05 PAD

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
152,924
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2011
74%
Pass Rate
14 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
7,288

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading152,924 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,652
Average per year7,288
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for RO05 PAD 46k73k100k126k153k '11'26'19

Check RO05 PAD

Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage152,924 miles
Since last MOT+3,652 miles
PASS
Mileage149,272 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage149,272 miles
Since last MOT+3,675 miles
PASS
Mileage145,597 miles
Since last MOT+7,894 miles
PASS
Mileage137,703 miles
Since last MOT+5,671 miles
PASS
Mileage132,032 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage132,032 miles
Since last MOT+8,082 miles
PASS
Mileage123,950 miles
Since last MOT+6,595 miles
PASS
Mileage117,355 miles
Since last MOT+9,535 miles
PASS
Mileage107,820 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage107,820 miles
Since last MOT+9,488 miles
PASS
Mileage98,332 miles
Since last MOT+9,865 miles
PASS
Mileage88,467 miles
Since last MOT+8,781 miles
PASS
Mileage79,686 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage79,686 miles
Since last MOT+3,807 miles
PASS
Mileage75,879 miles
Since last MOT+8,550 miles
FAIL
Mileage67,329 miles
Since last MOT+7,735 miles
PASS
Mileage59,594 miles
Since last MOT+13,478 miles
PASS
Mileage46,116 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).

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationRO05 PAD
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2460cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeRO — Reading, Reading
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About RO05 PAD

What car is RO05 PAD?

RO05 PAD is an grey Volkswagen Transporter, diesel (2460cc). First registered in Reading in 2008.

What is the mileage of RO05 PAD?

The last recorded mileage for RO05 PAD was 152,924 miles, recorded on 28 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RO05 PAD passed its MOT?

RO05 PAD has had 19 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (14 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 28 Jul 2026.

Is RO05 PAD ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, RO05 PAD is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2008, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is RO05 PAD?

RO05 PAD is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.