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WV05 UBN

2005 Volkswagen Transporter · Diesel · 1896cc

Blue Registered in Bristol, West of England · 21 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2005
FuelDiesel
Engine1896cc
ColourBlue
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 26 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 10 (62% pass rate). It has 198,180 miles on the clock, averaging 9,418 miles per year, above 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 WV05 UBN

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
198,180
Last Mileage
Recorded
26
Total Tests
Since 2008
62%
Pass Rate
16 passed, 10 failed

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

10

MOT failures recorded

Out of 26 tests on record
9,418

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
6

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading198,180 miles
Reading date
Miles last year6,918
Average per year9,418
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WV05 UBN 34k75k116k157k198k '08'26'19

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Full MOT Test History 26 tests on record

PASS
Mileage198,180 miles
Since last MOT+6,918 miles
PASS
Mileage191,262 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage191,258 miles
Since last MOT+7,192 miles
PASS
Mileage184,066 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage184,062 miles
Since last MOT+8,050 miles
PASS
Mileage176,012 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage176,010 miles
Since last MOT+4,353 miles
PASS
Mileage171,657 miles
Since last MOT+4,384 miles
PASS
Mileage167,273 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage167,271 miles
Since last MOT+3,122 miles
PASS
Mileage164,149 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage164,149 miles
Since last MOT+24,621 miles
PASS
Mileage139,528 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage139,528 miles
Since last MOT+22,709 miles
PASS
Mileage116,819 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage116,819 miles
Since last MOT+13,878 miles
PASS
Mileage102,941 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage102,940 miles
Since last MOT+12,304 miles
PASS
Mileage90,636 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage90,636 miles
Since last MOT+18,964 miles
PASS
Mileage71,672 miles
Since last MOT+17,659 miles
PASS
Mileage54,013 miles
Since last MOT+553 miles
PASS
Mileage53,460 miles
Since last MOT+6,651 miles
PASS
Mileage46,809 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage46,809 miles
Since last MOT+12,935 miles
PASS
Mileage33,874 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

RegistrationWV05 UBN
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1896cc
Year2005
First registered
Area codeWV — Bristol, West of England
Age identifier05 — March 2005 to August 2005

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About WV05 UBN

What car is WV05 UBN?

WV05 UBN is a blue Volkswagen Transporter, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Bristol in 2005.

What is the mileage of WV05 UBN?

The last recorded mileage for WV05 UBN was 198,180 miles, recorded on 4 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WV05 UBN passed its MOT?

WV05 UBN has had 26 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (16 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 4 Jun 2026.

Is WV05 UBN ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WV05 UBN 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 WV05 UBN?

WV05 UBN is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.