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RY05 LME

2005 Volkswagen Transporter · Diesel · 1896cc

Silver Registered in Reading, Reading · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourSilver
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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 6 (68% pass rate). It has 131,578 miles on the clock, averaging 5,002 miles per year, 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 RY05 LME

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
131,578
Last Mileage
Recorded
19
Total Tests
Since 2008
68%
Pass Rate
13 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 19 tests on record
5,002

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
5

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading131,578 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3,656
Average per year5,002
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for RY05 LME 44k66k88k110k132k '08'26'15

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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record

PASS
Mileage131,578 miles
Since last MOT+3,656 miles
PASS
Mileage127,922 miles
Since last MOT+74 miles
FAIL
Mileage127,848 miles
Since last MOT+2,942 miles
PASS
Mileage124,906 miles
Since last MOT+33 miles
FAIL
Mileage124,873 miles
Since last MOT+1,408 miles
PASS
Mileage123,465 miles
Since last MOT+14 miles
FAIL
Mileage123,451 miles
Since last MOT+2,090 miles
PASS
Mileage121,361 miles
Since last MOT+103 miles
FAIL
Mileage121,258 miles
Since last MOT+9,054 miles
PASS
Mileage112,204 miles
Since last MOT+132 miles
FAIL
Mileage112,072 miles
Since last MOT+11,542 miles
PASS
Mileage100,530 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage100,530 miles
Since last MOT+7,011 miles
PASS
Mileage93,519 miles
Since last MOT+9,677 miles
PASS
Mileage83,842 miles
Since last MOT+9,025 miles
PASS
Mileage74,817 miles
Since last MOT+8,573 miles
PASS
Mileage66,244 miles
Since last MOT+12,598 miles
PASS
Mileage53,646 miles
Since last MOT+9,614 miles
PASS
Mileage44,032 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

RegistrationRY05 LME
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeRY — Reading, Reading
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About RY05 LME

What car is RY05 LME?

RY05 LME is an silver Volkswagen Transporter, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Reading in 2005.

What is the mileage of RY05 LME?

The last recorded mileage for RY05 LME was 131,578 miles, recorded on 16 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RY05 LME passed its MOT?

RY05 LME has had 19 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (13 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 16 Jan 2026.

Is RY05 LME ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, RY05 LME 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 RY05 LME?

RY05 LME is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.