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 19 and failing 6 (76% pass rate). It has 187,078 miles on the clock, averaging 5,809 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 GV53 ECD
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 187,078 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,809 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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 | GV53 ECD |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Transporter |
| Colour | White |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GV — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About GV53 ECD
What car is GV53 ECD?
GV53 ECD is a white Volkswagen Transporter, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Brighton in 2003.
What is the mileage of GV53 ECD?
The last recorded mileage for GV53 ECD was 187,078 miles, recorded on 9 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GV53 ECD passed its MOT?
GV53 ECD has had 25 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (19 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 9 Dec 2025.
Is GV53 ECD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GV53 ECD 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 GV53 ECD?
GV53 ECD is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.