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 Petrol 1388cc has had 8 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 101,625 miles on the clock, averaging 11,626 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 Duratec engine is known for sigma 1.4l duratec.
MOT & Mileage History for DC53 EXL
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 101,625 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,393 |
| Average per year | 11,626 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | DC53 EXL |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1388cc |
| 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 EXL
What car is DC53 EXL?
DC53 EXL is a black Ford Fiesta, petrol (1388cc). First registered in Chester in 2004.
What is the mileage of DC53 EXL?
The last recorded mileage for DC53 EXL was 101,625 miles, recorded on 26 Mar 2013 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DC53 EXL passed its MOT?
DC53 EXL has had 8 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (8 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 26 Mar 2013.
Is DC53 EXL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DC53 EXL 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 DC53 EXL?
DC53 EXL is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.