2003 Volkswagen Transporter 2.5L Diesel · RF03 GSZ
2003 Volkswagen Transporter (2.5L, diesel). First registered 03 Jun 2003. Recorded mileage 205,026 miles. MOT valid until 28 Jul 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Reading
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 28 Jul 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 205,026 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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RF03 GSZ Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 30/07/2026
- 205,026 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 7 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (17 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
RF03 GSZ 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 (RF03 GSZ) between July 2024 and July 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 30 July 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: Brakes (17 issues), Windscreen (5 issues), Bodywork (5 issues), Lighting (4 issues), Steering (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 22 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: “Power steering component leaking steering rack on n/s (2.1.5 (a))”; “Fuel system component leaking engine leak off system (6.1.3 (b) (i))”; “Exhaust emissions exceed manufacturer's specified limit (8.2.2.2 (a))”.
RF03 GSZ Mileage History
- 26/07/2024196,073 mi
- 03/07/2025198,550 mi+2,477 mi
- 03/07/2025198,550 mi
- 21/07/2026205,024 mi+6,474 mi
- 30/07/2026205,026 mi+2 mi
Average of roughly 4,455 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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