2003 Volkswagen Transporter 2.5L Diesel · LD03 LLT
2003 Volkswagen Transporter (2.5L, diesel). First registered 01 May 2003. Recorded mileage 136,853 miles. MOT valid until 21 Jul 2027. Taxed until 01 Nov 2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Stanmore (North London)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 21 Jul 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Nov 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 136,853 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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LD03 LLT Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 20/07/2026
- 136,853 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring tyres items (11 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
LD03 LLT 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 (LD03 LLT) between July 2024 and July 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 20 July 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: Tyres (11 issues), Brakes (8 issues), Lighting (4 issues), Suspension (4 issues), Windscreen (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 25 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: “Offside Front Suspension arm ball joint likely to become detached (5.3.4 (a) (ii))”; “Nearside Front Suspension arm ball joint excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Headlamp aim too low (4.1.2 (a))”.
LD03 LLT Mileage History
- 18/07/2024116,705 mi
- 17/07/2025125,042 mi+8,337 mi
- 23/07/2025125,111 mi+69 mi
- 20/07/2026136,853 mi+11,742 mi
- 20/07/2026136,853 mi
Average of roughly 10,051 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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