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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 5 (75% pass rate). It has 95,725 miles on the clock at the last MOT. The 1.9 D engine is known for dvsa/vosa recall data and tdiclub or transporter t4 forum threads.
MOT & Mileage History for BD53 LWO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
| Latest reading | 95,725 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,497 |
| 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.
DVSA/VOSA recall data
TDIClub or Transporter T4 forum threads
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BD53 LWO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Transporter |
| Colour | Grey |
| 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 LWO
What car is BD53 LWO?
BD53 LWO is a grey Volkswagen Transporter, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of BD53 LWO?
The last recorded mileage for BD53 LWO was 95,725 miles, recorded on 16 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BD53 LWO passed its MOT?
BD53 LWO has had 20 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (15 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 16 Sep 2025.
Is BD53 LWO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BD53 LWO 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 LWO?
BD53 LWO is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.