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At a glance
This 2003 Mercedes-Benz C Diesel 2148cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 3 (77% pass rate). It has 156,870 miles on the clock, averaging 12,832 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for AO53 VPL
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 156,870 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 12,832 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | AO53 VPL |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | C |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 2148cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AO — Norwich, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About AO53 VPL
What car is AO53 VPL?
AO53 VPL is an silver Mercedes-Benz C, diesel (2148cc). First registered in Norwich in 2003.
What is the mileage of AO53 VPL?
The last recorded mileage for AO53 VPL was 156,870 miles, recorded on 9 Feb 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AO53 VPL passed its MOT?
AO53 VPL has had 13 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (10 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 9 Feb 2016.
Is AO53 VPL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AO53 VPL 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 AO53 VPL?
AO53 VPL is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.