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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 3 (87% pass rate). It has 131,992 miles on the clock, averaging 5,380 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 DK53 BUS
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 131,992 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,404 |
| Average per year | 5,380 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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 | DK53 BUS |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Transporter |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DK — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About DK53 BUS
What car is DK53 BUS?
DK53 BUS is a blue Volkswagen Transporter, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Chester in 2003.
What is the mileage of DK53 BUS?
The last recorded mileage for DK53 BUS was 131,992 miles, recorded on 16 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DK53 BUS passed its MOT?
DK53 BUS has had 23 MOT tests with an 87% pass rate (20 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 16 Jun 2026.
Is DK53 BUS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DK53 BUS 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 DK53 BUS?
DK53 BUS is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.