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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 2004 Volvo V40 Diesel 1870cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 5 (64% pass rate). It has 186,681 miles on the clock, averaging 9,297 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for DC53 AVJ
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 186,681 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,560 |
| Average per year | 9,297 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | DC53 AVJ |
| Make | Volvo |
| Model | V40 |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1870cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DC — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About DC53 AVJ
What car is DC53 AVJ?
DC53 AVJ is a grey Volvo V40, diesel (1870cc). First registered in Chester in 2004.
What is the mileage of DC53 AVJ?
The last recorded mileage for DC53 AVJ was 186,681 miles, recorded on 1 Jul 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DC53 AVJ passed its MOT?
DC53 AVJ has had 14 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (9 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 1 Jul 2016.
Is DC53 AVJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DC53 AVJ is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is DC53 AVJ?
DC53 AVJ is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.