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 Volvo S40 Petrol 1783cc has had 27 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 8 (70% pass rate). It has 84,403 miles on the clock, averaging 3,062 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for DB53 LAB
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 84,403 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,485 |
| Average per year | 3,062 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 27 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | DB53 LAB |
| Make | Volvo |
| Model | S40 |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1783cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DB — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About DB53 LAB
What car is DB53 LAB?
DB53 LAB is a grey Volvo S40, petrol (1783cc). First registered in Chester in 2003.
What is the mileage of DB53 LAB?
The last recorded mileage for DB53 LAB was 84,403 miles, recorded on 8 Nov 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DB53 LAB passed its MOT?
DB53 LAB has had 27 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (19 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 8 Nov 2024.
Is DB53 LAB ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DB53 LAB is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is DB53 LAB?
DB53 LAB is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.