2003 Volkswagen Transporter 2.5L Diesel · LR03 FKU
2003 Volkswagen Transporter (2.5L, diesel). First registered 26 Mar 2003. Recorded mileage 170,657 miles. MOT valid until 25 Jun 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Wimbledon (South London)
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 25 Jun 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 170,657 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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LR03 FKU Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 17/06/2026
- 170,657 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 17 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (9 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
LR03 FKU 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 (LR03 FKU) between June 2024 and June 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 17 June 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: Suspension (9 issues), Lighting (8 issues), Brakes (7 issues), Steering (5 issues), Windscreen (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 32 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: “Emissions unable to be completed Due to plate on tail pipe (8.2.1.2 (d))”; “Nearside Front Suspension component pin or bush excessively worn Shock bush (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Steering rack insecure bolts loose (2.1.3 (a) (i))”.
LR03 FKU Mileage History
- 17/06/2024166,458 mi
- 25/06/2025168,770 mi+2,312 mi
- 26/06/2025168,777 mi+7 mi
- 16/06/2026170,657 mi+1,880 mi
- 17/06/2026170,657 mi
Average of roughly 2,101 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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