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AD53 MFV

2003 Volkswagen Transporter

Red Diesel 2461cc
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MOT Status

Valid
Expires16 Dec 2026
Tests22 (19 pass, 3 fail)
Pass rate86.4%

Mileage

109,039 mi
Last recorded109,039 miles
Recorded on26 Nov 2025
Typical for 2003 Volkswagen Transporter124,259 mi

Below or average mileage for this year

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationAD53 MFV
MakeVolkswagen
ModelTransporter
Year2003
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine2,461cc

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MOT History

19 pass 3 fail
Pass 26 Nov 2025 109,039 miles
Fail 24 Nov 2025 109,017 miles

Nearside Front Steering rack gaiter missing or no longer prevents the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (ii))

Rear Brake disc worn, but not excessively (1.1.14 (a) (i))

Rear Brake pad(s) wearing thin (1.1.13 (a) (ii))

Pass 17 Dec 2024 104,743 miles
Pass 12 Dec 2023 101,543 miles

Offside Track rod end ball joint dust cover damaged or deteriorated, but preventing the ingress of dirt (2.1.3 (g) (i))

Pass 8 Dec 2022 98,773 miles
Pass 10 Dec 2021 97,717 miles
Pass 15 Dec 2020 96,663 miles
Pass 2 Dec 2019 95,956 miles
Pass 3 Dec 2018 93,848 miles
Pass 30 Nov 2017 91,680 miles
Pass 18 Nov 2016 88,840 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2015 86,360 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2014 83,718 miles
Pass 19 Nov 2013 81,111 miles
Pass 15 Aug 2012 79,141 miles
Pass 14 Jul 2011 77,317 miles
Fail 13 Jul 2011 77,317 miles

Offside rear brake juddering severely (3.7.A.5b)

rear brake discs correded

Pass 15 Jun 2010 75,478 miles

battery light stays on

both rear brake discs corroded

Fail 9 Jun 2010 75,478 miles

Nearside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Nearside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

Offside Rear coil spring incomplete (2.4.C.1a)

Offside Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively (8.2.2)

battery light stays on

both rear brake discs corroded

Pass 16 Mar 2009 70,037 miles
Pass 27 Feb 2008 55,603 miles

elements of exhaust system corroded

front disc brake pads worn low

o/s/r tyre approaching legal limit

Pass 1 Mar 2007 46,892 miles

How Reliable is the Volkswagen Transporter?

Based on 5,346,355 MOT tests across 357,225 vehicles.

73.0%
Pass Rate
5,816
Miles/Year
42
Year Lifespan
357,225
On UK Roads

Top MOT Failure Points

Registration plate lamp not working 89,943
Windscreen wiper does not clear the windscreen effectively 68,503
Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm 59,686
position lamp(s) not working 56,717
Stop lamp not working 56,335
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AD53 MFV is a 2003 Volkswagen Transporter in Red with a 2,461cc diesel engine. This vehicle has been through 22 MOT tests with a personal pass rate of 86.4%.

Across all 2003 Volkswagen Transporter models, the average MOT pass rate is 69.8% with a typical mileage of 124,259 miles. This particular vehicle has performed better than the average for its year.

The most common reason a Volkswagen Transporter fails its MOT is registration plate lamp not working, accounting for 89,943 recorded failures. If you're considering buying AD53 MFV, it's worth having these areas checked by a mechanic before committing.

The Volkswagen Transporter typically stays on UK roads for around 42 years. At 23 years old, this Volkswagen Transporter is well into its expected lifespan but still has years ahead.

Frequently Asked Questions

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What year was AD53 MFV registered?

AD53 MFV is a 2003 Volkswagen Transporter, first registered on 21 November 2003.

Is AD53 MFV safe to buy?

The MOT history for AD53 MFV shows 22 tests with a 86.4% pass rate. To check for outstanding finance, stolen markers, write-off history and mileage discrepancies, run a full vehicle check.

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