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 Ford Mondeo Diesel 1998cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 4 (64% pass rate). It has 163,163 miles on the clock, averaging 18,048 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for DE53 CEV
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 163,163 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 29 |
| Average per year | 18,048 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | DE53 CEV |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Mondeo |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1998cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DE — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About DE53 CEV
What car is DE53 CEV?
DE53 CEV is a red Ford Mondeo, diesel (1998cc). First registered in Chester in 2003.
What is the mileage of DE53 CEV?
The last recorded mileage for DE53 CEV was 163,163 miles, recorded on 17 Oct 2012 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DE53 CEV passed its MOT?
DE53 CEV has had 11 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (7 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 17 Oct 2012.
Is DE53 CEV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DE53 CEV is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is DE53 CEV?
DE53 CEV is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.