The road tax status for SX53 DFY is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for SX53 DFY?

The MOT for SX53 DFY is valid and due for renewal on or before 12 November 2025.

What is the recorded mileage of SX53 DFY?

The recorded mileage for SX53 DFY is 238,693 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is SX53 DFY ULEZ compliant?

No, SX53 DFY does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

2003 Volkswagen Transporter 2.5L Diesel · SX53 DFY

SX53 DFY

2003 Volkswagen Transporter (2.5L, diesel). First registered 13 Nov 2003. Recorded mileage 238,693 miles. MOT expired on 12 Nov 2025.

Make & Model: VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER
Year / Origin: 2003 · Inverness
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Expired on 12 Nov 2025
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 238,693 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: Diesel · 2.5L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Year

2003

Engine

2460cc

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SX53 DFY Key Findings

28 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 13/11/2024
238,693 miles recorded at latest MOT
10 historical MOT failures
1 defect noted at the latest MOT
Recurring suspension items (27 mentions)

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SX53 DFY MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 2 Nov 2026, 05:51

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28 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Volkswagen Transporter (SX53 DFY) between November 2006 and November 2024.

The record contains 18 passes and 10 failures.

The most recent test on 13 November 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 10 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (27 issues), Brakes (20 issues), Lighting (18 issues), Tyres (9 issues), Steering (9 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 55 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: “Brake servo defective or ineffective (1.1.10 (a) (i))”; “Offside Rear Shock absorbers insecurely attached upper mounting (5.3.2 (a) (i))”; “Offside Rear Suspension component mounting prescribed area excessively corroded significantly reducing structural streng”.

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SX53 DFY Mileage History

08/11/200613,014 mi
21/12/200788,826 mi+75,812 mi
10/02/2009128,156 mi+39,330 mi
18/03/2009133,578 mi+5,422 mi
12/05/2009138,249 mi+4,671 mi
22/06/2010153,279 mi+15,030 mi
28/06/2011169,957 mi+16,678 mi
07/07/2011169,966 mi+9 mi
25/07/2012176,087 mi+6,121 mi
27/07/2012176,087 mi
26/07/2013186,517 mi+10,430 mi
10/07/2014192,364 mi+5,847 mi
03/08/2015196,732 mi+4,368 mi
04/08/2015196,732 mi
02/08/2016200,375 mi+3,643 mi
23/08/2017204,934 mi+4,559 mi
28/08/2017204,938 mi+4 mi
17/07/2018207,968 mi+3,030 mi
03/07/2019210,937 mi+2,969 mi
05/07/2019210,938 mi+1 mi
09/10/2020223,549 mi+12,611 mi
15/10/2020223,560 mi+11 mi
13/10/2021229,850 mi+6,290 mi
15/10/2021229,855 mi+5 mi
06/10/2022231,741 mi+1,886 mi
21/09/2023235,146 mi+3,405 mi
13/11/2023235,167 mi+21 mi
13/11/2024238,693 mi+3,526 mi

Average of roughly 12,528 miles per year across 28 recorded odometer readings.

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/ 100 · Below Average

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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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Good MOT pass rate (75%)

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