2003 Volkswagen Transporter 2.5L Diesel · VK53 AWG
2003 Volkswagen Transporter (2.5L, diesel). First registered 30 Sept 2003. Recorded mileage 196,781 miles. MOT expired on 19 Aug 2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER
- Year / Origin
- 2003 · Worcester
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Expired on 19 Aug 2026
- Road Tax
- —
- Recorded Mileage
- 196,781 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- Diesel · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Available on IAGC
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VK53 AWG Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 21/08/2025
- 196,781 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 1 defect noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring suspension items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
VK53 AWG 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 (VK53 AWG) between August 2023 and August 2025.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 21 August 2025 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 (4 issues), Brakes (3 issues), Steering (2 issues), Tyres (2 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.
In total 8 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: “Offside Front Lower Suspension arm ball joint dust cover no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (5.3.4 (b) (ii))”; “Offside Front Outer Drive shaft joint constant velocity boot split or insecure, no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (”; “Nearside Front Shock absorbers has negligible damping effect (5.3.2 (d))”.
VK53 AWG Mileage History
- 04/08/2023190,715 mi
- 02/08/2024193,660 mi+2,945 mi
- 16/08/2024193,661 mi+1 mi
- 18/08/2025196,773 mi+3,112 mi
- 21/08/2025196,781 mi+8 mi
Average of roughly 2,962 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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MOT Roadworthiness: Below 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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