2003 Volkswagen Transporter 2.5L Diesel · KX53 PDV
2003 Volkswagen Transporter (2.5L, diesel). First registered 01 Sept 2003. Recorded mileage 155,657 miles. MOT valid until 25 Feb 2027. Taxed until 01 Jul 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Northampton
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 25 Feb 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Jul 2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 155,657 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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KX53 PDV Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 26/02/2026
- 155,657 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- 6 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (9 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
KX53 PDV 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 (KX53 PDV) between February 2023 and February 2026.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 26 February 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (9 issues), Suspension (6 issues), Steering (2 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Tyres (1 issue). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 20 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: “Front Brake hose excessively deteriorated Both front flexible brake hoses are deteriorated. (1.1.12 (b) (ii))”; “Rear Service brake effort inadequate at a wheel (1.2.1 (a) (i))”; “Service brake efficiency below requirements (1.2.2 (a) (i))”.
KX53 PDV Mileage History
- 16/02/2023138,735 mi
- 19/02/2024144,565 mi+5,830 mi
- 17/02/2025149,870 mi+5,305 mi
- 25/02/2026155,655 mi+5,785 mi
- 26/02/2026155,657 mi+2 mi
Average of roughly 5,589 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Good
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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