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 32 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 13 (59% pass rate). It has 177,258 miles on the clock, averaging 7,405 miles per year, around 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 SO53 FDJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 177,258 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,593 |
| Average per year | 7,405 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 32 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 | SO53 FDJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Transporter |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SO — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About SO53 FDJ
What car is SO53 FDJ?
SO53 FDJ is an blue Volkswagen Transporter, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2003.
What is the mileage of SO53 FDJ?
The last recorded mileage for SO53 FDJ was 177,258 miles, recorded on 31 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SO53 FDJ passed its MOT?
SO53 FDJ has had 32 MOT tests with a 59% pass rate (19 passes, 13 failures). It last passed on 31 Mar 2026.
Is SO53 FDJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SO53 FDJ 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 SO53 FDJ?
SO53 FDJ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.