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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 Mercedes-Benz C Diesel 2148cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 205,218 miles on the clock, averaging 14,268 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for CE53 VSL
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 205,218 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 13,893 |
| Average per year | 14,268 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | CE53 VSL |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | C |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 2148cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CE — Cardiff, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About CE53 VSL
What car is CE53 VSL?
CE53 VSL is a silver Mercedes-Benz C, diesel (2148cc). First registered in Cardiff in 2003.
What is the mileage of CE53 VSL?
The last recorded mileage for CE53 VSL was 205,218 miles, recorded on 30 Jun 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CE53 VSL passed its MOT?
CE53 VSL has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 30 Jun 2018.
Is CE53 VSL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CE53 VSL 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 VSL?
CE53 VSL is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.