2004 Volkswagen Transporter 1.9L Diesel · TS53 DUB
2004 Volkswagen Transporter (1.9L, diesel). First registered 25 Feb 2004. Recorded mileage 229,619 miles. MOT valid until 30 May 2027.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER
- Year / Origin
- 2004
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 30 May 2027
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 229,619 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 1.9L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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TS53 DUB Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 27/05/2026
- 229,619 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 10 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (12 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
TS53 DUB 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 2004 Volkswagen Transporter (TS53 DUB) between May 2024 and May 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 27 May 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: Suspension (12 issues), Tyres (6 issues), Brakes (5 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (5 issues), Lighting (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 27 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 Wheel bearing play so excessive it is likely to break up (5.1.3 (a) (ii))”; “Exhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values (8.2”; “Exhaust emissions likely to be affected by an exhaust leak (8.2.2.1 (b))”.
TS53 DUB Mileage History
- 20/05/2024202,091 mi
- 24/05/2024202,091 mi
- 28/05/2025213,867 mi+11,776 mi
- 29/05/2025213,869 mi+2 mi
- 27/05/2026229,619 mi+15,750 mi
Average of roughly 13,643 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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