2003 Volkswagen LT 2.5L Diesel · HJ53 VDL
2003 Volkswagen LT (2.5L, diesel). First registered 23 Oct 2003. Recorded mileage 208,685 miles. MOT valid until 29 Mar 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN LT
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Bournemouth
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 29 Mar 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 208,685 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Available on IAGC
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HJ53 VDL Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 31/03/2026
- 208,685 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
HJ53 VDL 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 Lt (HJ53 VDL) between March 2024 and March 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 31 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 2 failures that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (4 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (3 issues), Tyres (1 issue), Lighting (1 issue), Windscreen (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 9 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.
Recorded failure items include: “Rear Brakes imbalanced across an axle Axle 2 (1.2.1 (b) (i))”.
HJ53 VDL Mileage History
- 27/03/2024189,989 mi
- 27/03/2025203,835 mi+13,846 mi
- 26/03/2026208,631 mi+4,796 mi
- 27/03/2026208,662 mi+31 mi
- 31/03/2026208,685 mi+23 mi
Average of roughly 9,302 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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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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