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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 6 (71% pass rate). It has 142,425 miles on the clock, averaging 5,784 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 EF53 DFG
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 142,425 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 98 |
| Average per year | 5,784 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | EF53 DFG |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Transporter |
| Colour | White |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EF — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About EF53 DFG
What car is EF53 DFG?
EF53 DFG is an white Volkswagen Transporter, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2003.
What is the mileage of EF53 DFG?
The last recorded mileage for EF53 DFG was 142,425 miles, recorded on 9 Jun 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EF53 DFG passed its MOT?
EF53 DFG has had 21 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (15 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 9 Jun 2025.
Is EF53 DFG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EF53 DFG 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 EF53 DFG?
EF53 DFG is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.