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 Ford Fiesta Diesel 1398cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 5 (75% pass rate). It has 202,215 miles on the clock, averaging 9,402 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for DC53 BUF
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 202,215 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5 |
| Average per year | 9,402 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | DC53 BUF |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1398cc |
| 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 BUF
What car is DC53 BUF?
DC53 BUF is a silver Ford Fiesta, diesel (1398cc). First registered in Chester in 2004.
What is the mileage of DC53 BUF?
The last recorded mileage for DC53 BUF was 202,215 miles, recorded on 6 May 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DC53 BUF passed its MOT?
DC53 BUF has had 20 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (15 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 6 May 2022.
Is DC53 BUF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DC53 BUF 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 BUF?
DC53 BUF is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.