The road tax status for MA53 AFF is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for MA53 AFF?

The MOT for MA53 AFF is valid and due for renewal on or before 26 March 2027.

What is the recorded mileage of MA53 AFF?

The recorded mileage for MA53 AFF is 112,412 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is MA53 AFF ULEZ compliant?

No, MA53 AFF does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

MOT Valid

2003 Volkswagen Transporter 2.5L Diesel · MA53 AFF

MA53 AFF

2003 Volkswagen Transporter (2.5L, diesel). First registered 25 Oct 2003. Recorded mileage 112,412 miles. MOT valid until 26 Mar 2027.

Make & Model: VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER
Year / Origin: 2003 · Manchester & Merseyside
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 26 Mar 2027
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 112,412 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: Diesel · 2.5L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Year

2003

Engine

2461cc

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MA53 AFF Key Findings

29 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 27/03/2026
112,412 miles recorded at latest MOT
9 historical MOT failures
10 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring brakes items (67 mentions)

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MA53 AFF MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 29 Oct 2026, 13:22

MOT Analysis

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29 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Volkswagen Transporter (MA53 AFF) between October 2006 and March 2026.

The record contains 20 passes and 9 failures.

The most recent test on 27 March 2026 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 9 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (67 issues), Suspension (24 issues), Windscreen (13 issues), Tyres (12 issues), Lighting (9 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 112 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))”; “Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))”; “Horn not working (7.7 (a))”.

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MA53 AFF Mileage History

26/10/200626,973 mi
01/10/200735,889 mi+8,916 mi
23/10/200843,262 mi+7,373 mi
23/10/200949,876 mi+6,614 mi
01/10/201055,342 mi+5,466 mi
18/10/201158,500 mi+3,158 mi
19/10/201158,500 mi
18/10/201262,819 mi+4,319 mi
24/10/201369,426 mi+6,607 mi
22/10/201474,332 mi+4,906 mi
14/10/201581,087 mi+6,755 mi
16/10/201581,091 mi+4 mi
25/10/201682,758 mi+1,667 mi
31/10/201682,758 mi
27/02/201884,486 mi+1,728 mi
05/03/201884,488 mi+2 mi
01/03/201988,743 mi+4,255 mi
01/03/201988,743 mi
02/03/202091,466 mi+2,723 mi
24/02/202195,454 mi+3,988 mi
25/02/202195,513 mi+59 mi
11/03/202299,639 mi+4,126 mi
18/03/202299,642 mi+3 mi
20/03/2023102,369 mi+2,727 mi
04/03/2024105,841 mi+3,472 mi
24/02/2025109,843 mi+4,002 mi
17/03/2025109,846 mi+3 mi
12/03/2026112,410 mi+2,564 mi
27/03/2026112,412 mi+2 mi

Average of roughly 4,400 miles per year across 29 recorded odometer readings.

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MOT Roadworthiness: Average

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