2004 Volkswagen Transporter 2.5L Diesel · WM53 RCY
2004 Volkswagen Transporter (2.5L, diesel). First registered 01 Jan 2004. Recorded mileage 179,373 miles. MOT valid until 01 May 2027. Taxed until 01 Oct 2026.
- Make & Model
- VOLKSWAGEN TRANSPORTER
- Year / Origin
- 2004 · Bristol
- Safety Recall
- Unknown
- MOT Status
- Valid until 01 May 2027
- Road Tax
- Taxed (01 Oct 2026)
- Recorded Mileage
- 179,373 mi
- ULEZ Compliance
- Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
- Fuel & Engine
- DIESEL · 2.5L
- Reliability Guide
- Common Faults
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WM53 RCY Key Findings
- 5 MOT tests recorded
- Latest MOT passed on 28/04/2026
- 179,373 miles recorded at latest MOT
- 2 historical MOT failures
- 2 defects noted at the latest MOT
- Recurring brakes items (4 mentions)
Derived directly from the recorded DVSA and DVLA data shown on this page.
WM53 RCY 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 (WM53 RCY) between April 2024 and April 2026.
The record contains 3 passes and 2 failures.
The most recent test on 28 April 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 (4 issues), Suspension (4 issues), Lighting (1 issue). 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: “Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))”.
WM53 RCY Mileage History
- 20/04/2024176,339 mi
- 29/04/2025177,422 mi+1,083 mi
- 29/04/2025177,422 mi
- 28/04/2026179,373 mi+1,951 mi
- 28/04/2026179,373 mi
Average of roughly 1,501 miles per year across 5 recorded odometer readings.
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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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