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 12 and failing 8 (60% pass rate). It has 165,574 miles on the clock, averaging 4,077 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 CU53 SFO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 165,574 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,263 |
| Average per year | 4,077 |
| 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 | CU53 SFO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Transporter |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CU — Swansea, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About CU53 SFO
What car is CU53 SFO?
CU53 SFO is a blue Volkswagen Transporter, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Swansea in 2003.
What is the mileage of CU53 SFO?
The last recorded mileage for CU53 SFO was 165,574 miles, recorded on 4 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CU53 SFO passed its MOT?
CU53 SFO has had 20 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (12 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 4 Jul 2026.
Is CU53 SFO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CU53 SFO 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 CU53 SFO?
CU53 SFO is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.