2003 Volkswagen Transporter 2.5L Diesel · ML03 LSZ
2003 Volkswagen Transporter (2.5L, diesel). First registered 31 Mar 2003. Recorded mileage 239,867 miles. MOT valid until 01 Dec 2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Manchester & Merseyside
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 01 Dec 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 239,867 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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ML03 LSZ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 11/11/2025
- 239,867 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (7 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
ML03 LSZ 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 (ML03 LSZ) between November 2021 and November 2025.
The record contains 5 passes and 0 failures.
The record shows no MOT failures, although 9 advisory notices note items to monitor.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (7 issues), Windscreen (1 issue), Exhaust & Emissions (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.
ML03 LSZ Mileage History
- 13/11/2021225,784 mi
- 02/11/2022233,650 mi+7,866 mi
- 02/12/2023234,704 mi+1,054 mi
- 26/11/2024238,751 mi+4,047 mi
- 11/11/2025239,867 mi+1,116 mi
Average of roughly 3,525 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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