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 7 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing 2 (71% pass rate). It has 199,478 miles on the clock, averaging 30,689 miles per year, above 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 MW53 FWU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 199,478 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 30,689 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 7 tests on record
Reported issues for this Volkswagen Transporter
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DVSA/VOSA recall data
TDIClub or Transporter T4 forum threads
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | MW53 FWU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Transporter |
| Colour | White |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MW — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About MW53 FWU
What car is MW53 FWU?
MW53 FWU is an white Volkswagen Transporter, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Manchester in 2003.
What is the mileage of MW53 FWU?
The last recorded mileage for MW53 FWU was 199,478 miles, recorded on 24 Nov 2010 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MW53 FWU passed its MOT?
MW53 FWU has had 7 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (5 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 24 Nov 2010.
Is MW53 FWU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MW53 FWU 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 MW53 FWU?
MW53 FWU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.