2003 Volkswagen Transporter 2.5L Diesel · AE53 DCU
2003 Volkswagen Transporter (2.5L, diesel). First registered 17/10/2003. Recorded mileage 274,269 miles. MOT valid until 10/03/2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Peterborough
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 10/03/2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 274,269 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2003
- Engine
- 2461cc
AE53 DCU Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 11/03/2026
- 274,269 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
MOT Roadworthiness: Average
This rating reflects historical MOT pass rates and recurring advisory wear patterns from official DVSA test logs. Note that roadworthiness does not verify outstanding finance, insurance write-offs, or stolen records.
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AE53 DCU Mileage History
- 08/02/2024268,550 mi
- 10/02/2025271,295 mi+2,745 mi
- 24/02/2025271,299 mi+4 mi
- 06/03/2026274,260 mi+2,961 mi
- 11/03/2026274,269 mi+9 mi
Average of roughly 2,741 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
AE53 DCU MOT History
Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.
5 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Volkswagen Transporter (AE53 DCU) between February 2024 and March 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 11 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
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