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 Skoda Octavia Diesel 1896cc has had 25 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 11 (56% pass rate). It has 217,841 miles on the clock, averaging 10,856 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for CU53 DZE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 217,841 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 848 |
| Average per year | 10,856 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 25 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | CU53 DZE |
| Make | Skoda |
| Model | Octavia |
| Colour | Green |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CU — Swansea, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About CU53 DZE
What car is CU53 DZE?
CU53 DZE is a green Skoda Octavia, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Swansea in 2003.
What is the mileage of CU53 DZE?
The last recorded mileage for CU53 DZE was 217,841 miles, recorded on 23 Jan 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CU53 DZE passed its MOT?
CU53 DZE has had 25 MOT tests with a 56% pass rate (14 passes, 11 failures). It last was tested on 23 Jan 2023.
Is CU53 DZE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CU53 DZE 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 CU53 DZE?
CU53 DZE is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.