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 2004 Skoda Octavia Petrol 1781cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 8 (60% pass rate). It has 125,065 miles on the clock, averaging 7,869 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.8 TSI engine is known for potential faults (not bgu-confirmed as common).
MOT & Mileage History for CU53 UZM
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 125,065 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 25 |
| Average per year | 7,869 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record
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Potential Faults (Not BGU-Confirmed as Common)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | CU53 UZM |
| Make | Skoda |
| Model | Octavia |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1781cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CU — Swansea, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About CU53 UZM
What car is CU53 UZM?
CU53 UZM is a red Skoda Octavia, petrol (1781cc). First registered in Swansea in 2004.
What is the mileage of CU53 UZM?
The last recorded mileage for CU53 UZM was 125,065 miles, recorded on 13 Feb 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CU53 UZM passed its MOT?
CU53 UZM has had 20 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (12 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 13 Feb 2018.
Is CU53 UZM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CU53 UZM is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is CU53 UZM?
CU53 UZM is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.