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 2004 Volkswagen Transporter Diesel 2460cc has had 26 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 8 (69% pass rate). It has 173,662 miles on the clock, averaging 6,907 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. Common Volkswagen Transporter issues include front window regulators and driveshaft splines (front and rear axles).
MOT & Mileage History for HD53 NZG
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 173,662 miles |
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| Average per year | 6,907 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 26 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).
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | HD53 NZG |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Transporter |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 2460cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | HD — Bournemouth, Hampshire and Dorset |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About HD53 NZG
What car is HD53 NZG?
HD53 NZG is an silver Volkswagen Transporter, diesel (2460cc). First registered in Bournemouth in 2004.
What is the mileage of HD53 NZG?
The last recorded mileage for HD53 NZG was 173,662 miles, recorded on 20 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HD53 NZG passed its MOT?
HD53 NZG has had 26 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (18 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 20 Nov 2025.
Is HD53 NZG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HD53 NZG is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2004, 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 NZG?
HD53 NZG is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.