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KN53 EJL

2003 Volkswagen Transporter · Diesel · 2461cc

White Registered in Luton, Luton and Northampton · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine2461cc
ColourWhite
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£265–£630

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 2461cc has had 24 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 7 (71% pass rate). It has 219,745 miles on the clock, averaging 5,858 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.5 TDI engine is known for identified faults and egr valve carbon buildup.

MOT & Mileage History for KN53 EJL

MOT Status
Due date passed
219,745
Last Mileage
Recorded
24
Total Tests
Since 2006
71%
Pass Rate
17 passed, 7 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 24 tests on record
5,858

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
7

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading219,745 miles
Reading date
Miles last year3
Average per year5,858
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for KN53 EJL 109k137k164k192k220k '06'25'16

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Full MOT Test History 24 tests on record

PASS
Mileage219,745 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage219,742 miles
Since last MOT+15,857 miles
PASS
Mileage203,885 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage203,885 miles
Since last MOT+13,695 miles
PASS
Mileage190,190 miles
Since last MOT+20,140 miles
PASS
Mileage170,050 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage170,048 miles
Since last MOT+7,602 miles
PASS
Mileage162,446 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage162,446 miles
Since last MOT+1,727 miles
PASS
Mileage160,719 miles
Since last MOT+1,588 miles
PASS
Mileage159,131 miles
Since last MOT+770 miles
PASS
Mileage158,361 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage158,361 miles
Since last MOT+2,504 miles
PASS
Mileage155,857 miles
Since last MOT+2,735 miles
PASS
Mileage153,122 miles
Since last MOT+3,444 miles
PASS
Mileage149,678 miles
Since last MOT+2,737 miles
PASS
Mileage146,941 miles
Since last MOT+2,466 miles
PASS
Mileage144,475 miles
Since last MOT+4,024 miles
PASS
Mileage140,451 miles
Since last MOT+5,112 miles
PASS
Mileage135,339 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage135,339 miles
Since last MOT+12,168 miles
PASS
Mileage123,171 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage123,171 miles
Since last MOT+13,997 miles
PASS
Mileage109,174 miles

🔧 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.

Identified Faults

EGR valve carbon buildup

Soot deposits clog the EGR valve, causing it to stick open/closed.

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationKN53 EJL
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2461cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeKN — Luton, Luton and Northampton
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About KN53 EJL

What car is KN53 EJL?

KN53 EJL is a white Volkswagen Transporter, diesel (2461cc). First registered in Luton in 2003.

What is the mileage of KN53 EJL?

The last recorded mileage for KN53 EJL was 219,745 miles, recorded on 23 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KN53 EJL passed its MOT?

KN53 EJL has had 24 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (17 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 23 Sep 2025.

Is KN53 EJL ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, KN53 EJL 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 KN53 EJL?

KN53 EJL is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.