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 19 and failing 12 (61% pass rate). It has 160,164 miles on the clock, averaging 7,185 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 WG53 UPV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 160,164 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,185 |
| 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 | WG53 UPV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Transporter |
| Colour | White |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | WG — Exeter, West of England |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About WG53 UPV
What car is WG53 UPV?
WG53 UPV is a white Volkswagen Transporter, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Exeter in 2003.
What is the mileage of WG53 UPV?
The last recorded mileage for WG53 UPV was 160,164 miles, recorded on 7 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has WG53 UPV passed its MOT?
WG53 UPV has had 31 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (19 passes, 12 failures). It last passed on 7 Oct 2025.
Is WG53 UPV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, WG53 UPV 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 WG53 UPV?
WG53 UPV is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.