2003 Volkswagen Transporter 2.5L Diesel · PX53 WHT
2003 Volkswagen Transporter (2.5L, diesel). First registered 01 Sept 2003. Recorded mileage 197,309 miles. MOT expired on 21 Aug 2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Carlisle
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 21 Aug 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 197,309 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Available on IAGC
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PX53 WHT Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT failed on 27/08/2026
- 197,309 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 3 historical MOT failures
- 18 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (12 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
PX53 WHT 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 (PX53 WHT) between July 2024 and August 2026.
The record contains 2 passes and 3 failures.
The most recent test on 27 August 2026 was a fail; the vehicle has not passed its last recorded MOT.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (12 issues), Suspension (9 issues), Bodywork (5 issues), Lighting (3 issues), Windscreen (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 16 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 component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural stren”; “Nearside Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength i”; “Brake load sensing valve linkage defective and function impaired (1.1.17 (a))”.
PX53 WHT Mileage History
- 02/07/2024190,590 mi
- 13/08/2024190,602 mi+12 mi
- 13/08/2025193,391 mi+2,789 mi
- 23/08/2025193,403 mi+12 mi
- 27/08/2026197,309 mi+3,906 mi
Average of roughly 3,123 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Poor
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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