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SW05 CUG

2005 Volkswagen Transporter · Diesel · 1896cc

Red Registered in Aberdeen, Scotland · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourRed
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 27 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 7 (74% pass rate). It has 107,507 miles on the clock, averaging 3,966 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 SW05 CUG

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
107,507
Last Mileage
Recorded
27
Total Tests
Since 2008
74%
Pass Rate
20 passed, 7 failed

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

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 27 tests on record
3,966

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Low mileage
Latest reading107,507 miles
Reading date
Miles last year11,024
Average per year3,966
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for SW05 CUG 38k55k73k90k108k '08'26'17

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Full MOT Test History 27 tests on record

PASS
Mileage107,507 miles
Since last MOT+11,024 miles
PASS
Mileage96,483 miles
Since last MOT+7,130 miles
PASS
Mileage89,353 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage89,353 miles
Since last MOT+1,326 miles
PASS
Mileage88,027 miles
Since last MOT+19 miles
FAIL
Mileage88,008 miles
Since last MOT+440 miles
PASS
Mileage87,568 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage87,568 miles
Since last MOT+3,118 miles
PASS
Mileage84,450 miles
Since last MOT+2,865 miles
PASS
Mileage81,585 miles
Since last MOT+7,490 miles
PASS
Mileage74,095 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage74,095 miles
Since last MOT+409 miles
PASS
Mileage73,686 miles
Since last MOT+1,865 miles
PASS
Mileage71,821 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage71,821 miles
Since last MOT+3,109 miles
PASS
Mileage68,712 miles
Since last MOT+2,033 miles
PASS
Mileage66,679 miles
Since last MOT+6 miles
FAIL
Mileage66,673 miles
Since last MOT+2,896 miles
PASS
Mileage63,777 miles
Since last MOT+5,056 miles
PASS
Mileage58,721 miles
Since last MOT+4,311 miles
PASS
Mileage54,410 miles
Since last MOT+4,283 miles
PASS
Mileage50,127 miles
Since last MOT+3,249 miles
PASS
Mileage46,878 miles
Since last MOT+2,030 miles
PASS
Mileage44,848 miles
Since last MOT+520 miles
PASS
Mileage44,328 miles
Since last MOT+5,942 miles
PASS
Mileage38,386 miles
Since last MOT+464 miles
FAIL
Mileage37,922 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

RegistrationSW05 CUG
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeSW — Aberdeen, Scotland
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About SW05 CUG

What car is SW05 CUG?

SW05 CUG is an red Volkswagen Transporter, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Aberdeen in 2005.

What is the mileage of SW05 CUG?

The last recorded mileage for SW05 CUG was 107,507 miles, recorded on 10 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has SW05 CUG passed its MOT?

SW05 CUG has had 27 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (20 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 10 Feb 2026.

Is SW05 CUG ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, SW05 CUG 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 SW05 CUG?

SW05 CUG is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.