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 Ford Mondeo Diesel 1998cc has had 6 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing once (83% pass rate). It has 185,207 miles on the clock, averaging 25,318 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for CE53 BKU
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 185,207 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 69,998 |
| Average per year | 25,318 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 6 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | CE53 BKU |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Mondeo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1998cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CE — Cardiff, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About CE53 BKU
What car is CE53 BKU?
CE53 BKU is a silver Ford Mondeo, diesel (1998cc). First registered in Cardiff in 2003.
What is the mileage of CE53 BKU?
The last recorded mileage for CE53 BKU was 185,207 miles, recorded on 23 Dec 2011 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CE53 BKU passed its MOT?
CE53 BKU has had 6 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (5 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 23 Dec 2011.
Is CE53 BKU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CE53 BKU 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 CE53 BKU?
CE53 BKU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.