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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 2 (90% pass rate). It has 225,270 miles on the clock, averaging 7,853 miles per year, around 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 DDN
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 225,270 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,143 |
| Average per year | 7,853 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 DDN |
| 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 DDN
What car is AE53 DDN?
AE53 DDN is an yellow Volkswagen Transporter, diesel (2461cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2003.
What is the mileage of AE53 DDN?
The last recorded mileage for AE53 DDN was 225,270 miles, recorded on 21 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AE53 DDN passed its MOT?
AE53 DDN has had 20 MOT tests with an 90% pass rate (18 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 21 Nov 2025.
Is AE53 DDN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AE53 DDN 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 DDN?
AE53 DDN is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.