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 Kia Rio Petrol 1343cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 4 (83% pass rate). It has 64,635 miles on the clock, averaging 2,094 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for DE53 HJX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 64,635 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 529 |
| Average per year | 2,094 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | DE53 HJX |
| Make | Kia |
| Model | Rio |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1343cc |
| 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 HJX
What car is DE53 HJX?
DE53 HJX is a silver Kia Rio, petrol (1343cc). First registered in Chester in 2003.
What is the mileage of DE53 HJX?
The last recorded mileage for DE53 HJX was 64,635 miles, recorded on 3 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DE53 HJX passed its MOT?
DE53 HJX has had 23 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (19 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 3 Dec 2025.
Is DE53 HJX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DE53 HJX 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 DE53 HJX?
DE53 HJX is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.