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 25 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 5 (80% pass rate). It has 245,536 miles on the clock, averaging 11,040 miles per year, above 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 DJ53 APS
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 245,536 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,143 |
| Average per year | 11,040 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 25 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 | DJ53 APS |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Transporter |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DJ — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About DJ53 APS
What car is DJ53 APS?
DJ53 APS is a red Volkswagen Transporter, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Chester in 2003.
What is the mileage of DJ53 APS?
The last recorded mileage for DJ53 APS was 245,536 miles, recorded on 5 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DJ53 APS passed its MOT?
DJ53 APS has had 25 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (20 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 5 Jan 2026.
Is DJ53 APS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DJ53 APS 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 DJ53 APS?
DJ53 APS is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.