2003 Volkswagen Transporter 2.5L Diesel · RE53 GFY
2003 Volkswagen Transporter (2.5L, diesel). First registered 05 Sept 2003. Recorded mileage 298,750 miles. MOT valid until 07 Dec 2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Reading
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 07 Dec 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 298,750 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Available on IAGC
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RE53 GFY Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 08/12/2025
- 298,750 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 5 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (15 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
RE53 GFY 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 (RE53 GFY) between October 2023 and December 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 08 December 2025 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: Brakes (15 issues), Bodywork (7 issues), Lighting (4 issues), Steering (3 issues), Suspension (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 24 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 Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural strength o/s a”; “Nearside Loading door cannot be secured in the closed position (6.2.1 (e))”; “Nearside Brake cable damaged (1.1.15 (a))”.
RE53 GFY Mileage History
- 11/10/2023271,065 mi
- 08/10/2024284,043 mi+12,978 mi
- 11/10/2024284,053 mi+10 mi
- 07/10/2025298,745 mi+14,692 mi
- 08/12/2025298,750 mi+5 mi
Average of roughly 12,816 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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