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RL52 PYU

2003 Volkswagen Transporter · Diesel · 2461cc

Green Registered in Reading, Reading · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine2461cc
ColourGreen
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 4 MOT tests on record, passing 3 and failing once (75% pass rate). It has 117,093 miles on the clock, averaging 15,673 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 RL52 PYU

MOT Status
Due date passed
117,093
Last Mileage
Recorded
4
Total Tests
Since 2006
75%
Pass Rate
3 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 4 tests on record
15,673

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 reading117,093 miles
Reading date
Miles last year10,586
Average per year15,673
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for RL52 PYU 78k88k98k107k117k '06'09'07

Check RL52 PYU

Full MOT Test History 4 tests on record

PASS
Mileage117,093 miles
Since last MOT+10,586 miles
PASS
Mileage106,507 miles
Since last MOT+27,825 miles
PASS
Mileage78,682 miles
Since last MOT+421 miles
FAIL
Mileage78,261 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

RegistrationRL52 PYU
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
ColourGreen
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2461cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeRL — Reading, Reading
Age identifier52 — September 2002 to February 2003

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About RL52 PYU

What car is RL52 PYU?

RL52 PYU is an green Volkswagen Transporter, diesel (2461cc). First registered in Reading in 2003.

What is the mileage of RL52 PYU?

The last recorded mileage for RL52 PYU was 117,093 miles, recorded on 5 Feb 2009 during its most recent MOT test.

Has RL52 PYU passed its MOT?

RL52 PYU has had 4 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (3 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 5 Feb 2009.

Is RL52 PYU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, RL52 PYU 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 RL52 PYU?

RL52 PYU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.