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PY03 LHW

2003 Volkswagen Transporter · Diesel · 2459cc

White Registered in Carlisle, Preston · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine2459cc
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 2459cc has had 24 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 5 (79% pass rate). It has 273,847 miles on the clock, averaging 10,776 miles per year, above 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 PY03 LHW

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
273,847
Last Mileage
Recorded
24
Total Tests
Since 2006
79%
Pass Rate
19 passed, 5 failed

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

5

MOT failures recorded

Out of 24 tests on record
10,776

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading273,847 miles
Reading date
Miles last year2
Average per year10,776
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for PY03 LHW 62k115k168k221k274k '06'26'16

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Full MOT Test History 24 tests on record

PASS
Mileage273,847 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage273,845 miles
Since last MOT+4,823 miles
PASS
Mileage269,022 miles
Since last MOT+10,542 miles
PASS
Mileage258,480 miles
Since last MOT+7,336 miles
PASS
Mileage251,144 miles
Since last MOT+8,305 miles
PASS
Mileage242,839 miles
Since last MOT+9,394 miles
PASS
Mileage233,445 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage233,445 miles
Since last MOT+9,036 miles
PASS
Mileage224,409 miles
Since last MOT+9,018 miles
PASS
Mileage215,391 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage215,391 miles
Since last MOT+10,529 miles
PASS
Mileage204,862 miles
Since last MOT+11,361 miles
PASS
Mileage193,501 miles
Since last MOT+11,796 miles
PASS
Mileage181,705 miles
Since last MOT+12,632 miles
PASS
Mileage169,073 miles
Since last MOT+12,097 miles
PASS
Mileage156,976 miles
Since last MOT+14,120 miles
PASS
Mileage142,856 miles
Since last MOT+206 miles
FAIL
Mileage142,650 miles
Since last MOT+15,025 miles
PASS
Mileage127,625 miles
Since last MOT+15,718 miles
PASS
Mileage111,907 miles
Since last MOT+17,525 miles
PASS
Mileage94,382 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage94,382 miles
Since last MOT+9,548 miles
PASS
Mileage84,834 miles
Since last MOT+22,464 miles
PASS
Mileage62,370 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

RegistrationPY03 LHW
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
ColourWhite
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2459cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codePY — Carlisle, Preston
Age identifier03 — March 2003 to August 2003

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About PY03 LHW

What car is PY03 LHW?

PY03 LHW is a white Volkswagen Transporter, diesel (2459cc). First registered in Carlisle in 2003.

What is the mileage of PY03 LHW?

The last recorded mileage for PY03 LHW was 273,847 miles, recorded on 23 Apr 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has PY03 LHW passed its MOT?

PY03 LHW has had 24 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (19 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 23 Apr 2026.

Is PY03 LHW ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, PY03 LHW 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 PY03 LHW?

PY03 LHW is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.