2003 Volkswagen Transporter 2.5L Diesel · SA03 URB
2003 Volkswagen Transporter (2.5L, diesel). First registered 17 Apr 2003. Recorded mileage 179,092 miles. MOT valid until 10 Oct 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Glasgow
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 10 Oct 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 179,092 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Available on IAGC
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SA03 URB Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 12/10/2026
- 179,092 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 3 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (11 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
SA03 URB 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 (SA03 URB) between September 2024 and October 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 12 October 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 (11 issues), Suspension (10 issues), Tyres (7 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Windscreen (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 19 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: “Nearside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded Forward of suspesion arm (1.1.12 (f) (i))”; “Offside Rear Brake hose ferrule excessively corroded Forward of suspension arm (1.1.12 (f) (i))”; “Nearside Inner Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (6.1.7”.
SA03 URB Mileage History
- 04/09/2024166,524 mi
- 17/09/2025175,095 mi+8,571 mi
- 18/09/2025175,097 mi+2 mi
- 06/10/2026179,092 mi+3,995 mi
- 12/10/2026179,092 mi
Average of roughly 5,978 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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