2003 Volkswagen LT 2.5L Diesel · SM53 YVL
2003 Volkswagen LT (2.5L, diesel). First registered 12/11/2003. Recorded mileage 118,561 miles. MOT valid until 16/10/2026. Taxed until 01/01/2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN LT
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Edinburgh
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 16/10/2026
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01/01/2027)
- Recorded Mileage
- 118,561 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
- Fuel Type
- Diesel
- Year
- 2003
- Engine
- 2461cc
SM53 YVL Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 04/10/2025
- 118,561 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 1 historical MOT failure
- No defects recorded at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (6 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
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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SM53 YVL Mileage History
- 11/10/2022106,737 mi
- 11/10/2022106,737 mi
- 14/10/2023110,466 mi+3,729 mi
- 12/10/2024114,288 mi+3,822 mi
- 04/10/2025118,561 mi+4,273 mi
Average of roughly 3,965 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
SM53 YVL 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 Lt (SM53 YVL) between October 2022 and October 2025.
The record contains 4 passes and 1 failure.
The most recent test on 04 October 2025 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 1 failure that buyers may want to investigate.
Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (6 issues), Tyres (3 issues), Lighting (2 issues), Suspension (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 11 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.
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