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 25 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 6 (76% pass rate). It has 148,793 miles on the clock, averaging 5,362 miles per year, below 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 SY53 VDT
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 148,793 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,985 |
| Average per year | 5,362 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 25 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 | SY53 VDT |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Transporter |
| Colour | White |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SY — Inverness, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About SY53 VDT
What car is SY53 VDT?
SY53 VDT is an white Volkswagen Transporter, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Inverness in 2003.
What is the mileage of SY53 VDT?
The last recorded mileage for SY53 VDT was 148,793 miles, recorded on 3 Aug 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SY53 VDT passed its MOT?
SY53 VDT has had 25 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (19 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 3 Aug 2026.
Is SY53 VDT ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SY53 VDT 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 SY53 VDT?
SY53 VDT is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.