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 1896cc has had 29 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 11 (62% pass rate). It has 148,739 miles on the clock, averaging 3,788 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.9 D engine is known for dvsa/vosa recall data and tdiclub or transporter t4 forum threads.
MOT & Mileage History for BD53 AVB
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 148,739 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 3,788 |
| 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.
DVSA/VOSA recall data
TDIClub or Transporter T4 forum threads
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BD53 AVB |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Transporter |
| Colour | White |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BD — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About BD53 AVB
What car is BD53 AVB?
BD53 AVB is a white Volkswagen Transporter, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of BD53 AVB?
The last recorded mileage for BD53 AVB was 148,739 miles, recorded on 30 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BD53 AVB passed its MOT?
BD53 AVB has had 29 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (18 passes, 11 failures). It last passed on 30 Jun 2026.
Is BD53 AVB ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BD53 AVB 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 BD53 AVB?
BD53 AVB is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.