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LX53 RZA

2003 Volkswagen Transporter · Diesel · 2461cc

Red Registered in Sidcup, London · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine2461cc
ColourRed
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 26 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 6 (77% pass rate). It has 176,745 miles on the clock, averaging 7,948 miles per year, around 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 LX53 RZA

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
176,745
Last Mileage
Recorded
26
Total Tests
Since 2006
77%
Pass Rate
20 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 26 tests on record
7,948

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading176,745 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4,280
Average per year7,948
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LX53 RZA 23k62k100k138k177k '06'26'16

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Full MOT Test History 26 tests on record

PASS
Mileage176,745 miles
Since last MOT+4,280 miles
PASS
Mileage172,465 miles
Since last MOT+5,778 miles
PASS
Mileage166,687 miles
Since last MOT+7 miles
FAIL
Mileage166,680 miles
Since last MOT+3,901 miles
PASS
Mileage162,779 miles
Since last MOT+3,824 miles
PASS
Mileage158,955 miles
Since last MOT+10 miles
FAIL
Mileage158,945 miles
Since last MOT+4,944 miles
PASS
Mileage154,001 miles
Since last MOT+4,577 miles
PASS
Mileage149,424 miles
Since last MOT+67 miles
FAIL
Mileage149,357 miles
Since last MOT+5,089 miles
PASS
Mileage144,268 miles
Since last MOT+3,764 miles
PASS
Mileage140,504 miles
Since last MOT+7,907 miles
PASS
Mileage132,597 miles
Since last MOT+7,609 miles
PASS
Mileage124,988 miles
Since last MOT+38 miles
FAIL
Mileage124,950 miles
Since last MOT+2,121 miles
PASS
Mileage122,829 miles
Since last MOT+4,415 miles
PASS
Mileage118,414 miles
Since last MOT+4,660 miles
PASS
Mileage113,754 miles
Since last MOT+5,552 miles
PASS
Mileage108,202 miles
Since last MOT+5,192 miles
PASS
Mileage103,010 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage103,009 miles
Since last MOT+10,196 miles
PASS
Mileage92,813 miles
Since last MOT+9,134 miles
PASS
Mileage83,679 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage83,675 miles
Since last MOT+29,637 miles
PASS
Mileage54,038 miles
Since last MOT+30,673 miles
PASS
Mileage23,365 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

RegistrationLX53 RZA
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2461cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeLX — Sidcup, London
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About LX53 RZA

What car is LX53 RZA?

LX53 RZA is an red Volkswagen Transporter, diesel (2461cc). First registered in Sidcup in 2003.

What is the mileage of LX53 RZA?

The last recorded mileage for LX53 RZA was 176,745 miles, recorded on 8 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LX53 RZA passed its MOT?

LX53 RZA has had 26 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (20 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 8 Jan 2026.

Is LX53 RZA ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LX53 RZA 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 LX53 RZA?

LX53 RZA is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.