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 31 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 14 (55% pass rate). It has 277,025 miles on the clock, averaging 9,536 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 SW53 AXR
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 277,025 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 15 |
| Average per year | 9,536 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 31 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 | SW53 AXR |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Transporter |
| Colour | Green |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SW — Aberdeen, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About SW53 AXR
What car is SW53 AXR?
SW53 AXR is an green Volkswagen Transporter, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Aberdeen in 2003.
What is the mileage of SW53 AXR?
The last recorded mileage for SW53 AXR was 277,025 miles, recorded on 15 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SW53 AXR passed its MOT?
SW53 AXR has had 31 MOT tests with a 55% pass rate (17 passes, 14 failures). It last passed on 15 Jul 2026.
Is SW53 AXR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SW53 AXR 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 SW53 AXR?
SW53 AXR is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.