Vehicle summary
ULEZ status is estimated based on fuel type and registration year. It may not reflect the actual emission standard of this vehicle. Check with TfL for a definitive answer.
At a glance
This 2003 Volkswagen Transporter Diesel 2461cc has had 29 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 9 (69% pass rate). It has 176,893 miles on the clock, averaging 5,929 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.5 TDI engine is known for identified faults and egr valve carbon buildup.
MOT & Mileage History for AE53 DBZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 176,893 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,599 |
| Average per year | 5,929 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 29 tests on record
Reported issues for this Volkswagen Transporter
These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Transporter models (1990–2003), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
Identified Faults
EGR valve carbon buildup
Soot deposits clog the EGR valve, causing it to stick open/closed.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | AE53 DBZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Transporter |
| Colour | Yellow |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 2461cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AE — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About AE53 DBZ
What car is AE53 DBZ?
AE53 DBZ is an yellow Volkswagen Transporter, diesel (2461cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2003.
What is the mileage of AE53 DBZ?
The last recorded mileage for AE53 DBZ was 176,893 miles, recorded on 28 May 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AE53 DBZ passed its MOT?
AE53 DBZ has had 29 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (20 passes, 9 failures). It last was tested on 28 May 2026.
Is AE53 DBZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AE53 DBZ is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is AE53 DBZ?
AE53 DBZ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.