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 30 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 11 (63% pass rate). It has 265,963 miles on the clock, averaging 10,115 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 RBZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 265,963 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 10,115 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 30 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 | MW53 RBZ |
| 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 RBZ
What car is MW53 RBZ?
MW53 RBZ is an white Volkswagen Transporter, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Manchester in 2003.
What is the mileage of MW53 RBZ?
The last recorded mileage for MW53 RBZ was 265,963 miles, recorded on 12 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MW53 RBZ passed its MOT?
MW53 RBZ has had 30 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (19 passes, 11 failures). It last passed on 12 Dec 2025.
Is MW53 RBZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MW53 RBZ 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 RBZ?
MW53 RBZ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.