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 13 and failing 6 (68% pass rate). It has 382,705 miles on the clock, averaging 23,421 miles per year, above 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 SL05 RFY
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 382,705 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 109 |
| Average per year | 23,421 |
| 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 | SL05 RFY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Transporter |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 2460cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SL — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About SL05 RFY
What car is SL05 RFY?
SL05 RFY is an silver Volkswagen Transporter, diesel (2460cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2005.
What is the mileage of SL05 RFY?
The last recorded mileage for SL05 RFY was 382,705 miles, recorded on 29 May 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SL05 RFY passed its MOT?
SL05 RFY has had 19 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (13 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 29 May 2020.
Is SL05 RFY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SL05 RFY 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 SL05 RFY?
SL05 RFY is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.