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 2011 Volkswagen Transporter Diesel 1968cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 2 (87% pass rate). It has 78,339 miles on the clock, averaging 4,621 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TDI engine is known for 1. oil pump. Common Volkswagen Transporter issues include front window regulators and driveshaft splines (front and rear axles).
MOT & Mileage History for GU53 USS
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 78,339 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 44 |
| Average per year | 4,621 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record
Reported issues for this Volkswagen Transporter
These are the most commonly reported problems on Volkswagen Transporter models (2003–2015), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.
Front window regulators (both driver and passenger sides)
Plastic cable guides snap, steel cables fray or jump tracks; water ingress accelerates wear. · Typical repair: £150-£300 per side (parts £80-£150, labour 2hrs @ £100/hr indie garage; estimated).
Driveshaft splines (front and rear axles)
Splines on gearbox/driveshaft ends shear or wear prematurely, especially under load. · Typical repair: £400-£800 per side (new driveshaft £250-£500, labour 3-4hrs; estimated from indie quotes).
ABS/ESP warning lights (wheel speed sensors/brake system electronics)
Faulty wheel speed sensors or ABS module glitches trigger lights; often wiring corrosion. · Typical repair: £200-£500 (sensor £50-£100ea x4, module diag/labour; estimated).
Handbrake mechanism (cable and rear drum shoes)
Cable stretches/sticks, shoes wear unevenly or seize in drums. · Typical repair: £150-£350 (cables/shoes £80-£150, labour 2hrs).
1. Oil Pump (driven by balancing shaft module)
Balancing shaft chain tensioner fails, halting the oil pump and starving the engine of lubrication.
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GU53 USS |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Transporter |
| Colour | White |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2011 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GU — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About GU53 USS
What car is GU53 USS?
GU53 USS is a white Volkswagen Transporter, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Brighton in 2011.
What is the mileage of GU53 USS?
The last recorded mileage for GU53 USS was 78,339 miles, recorded on 3 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GU53 USS passed its MOT?
GU53 USS has had 15 MOT tests with an 87% pass rate (13 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 3 Mar 2026.
Is GU53 USS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GU53 USS is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2011, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is GU53 USS?
GU53 USS is approximately 15 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.