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 20 and failing 9 (69% pass rate). It has 131,313 miles on the clock, averaging 5,800 miles per year, 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 BL53 VTK
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Gap in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 131,313 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,800 |
| 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 | BL53 VTK |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Transporter |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BL — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About BL53 VTK
What car is BL53 VTK?
BL53 VTK is a blue Volkswagen Transporter, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of BL53 VTK?
The last recorded mileage for BL53 VTK was 131,313 miles, recorded on 24 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BL53 VTK passed its MOT?
BL53 VTK has had 29 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (20 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 24 Feb 2026.
Is BL53 VTK ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BL53 VTK 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 BL53 VTK?
BL53 VTK is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.