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 31 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 11 (65% pass rate). It has 216,395 miles on the clock, averaging 8,250 miles per year, around 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 HD53 DAU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 216,395 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8 |
| Average per year | 8,250 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 31 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 | HD53 DAU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Transporter |
| Colour | White |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | HD — Bournemouth, Hampshire and Dorset |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About HD53 DAU
What car is HD53 DAU?
HD53 DAU is an white Volkswagen Transporter, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Bournemouth in 2003.
What is the mileage of HD53 DAU?
The last recorded mileage for HD53 DAU was 216,395 miles, recorded on 7 Aug 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HD53 DAU passed its MOT?
HD53 DAU has had 31 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (20 passes, 11 failures). It last passed on 7 Aug 2026.
Is HD53 DAU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HD53 DAU 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 HD53 DAU?
HD53 DAU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.