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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 2003 Volvo S40 Diesel 1870cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 233,675 miles on the clock, averaging 17,632 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for DE53 LXX
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 233,675 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 12,124 |
| Average per year | 17,632 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | DE53 LXX |
| Make | Volvo |
| Model | S40 |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1870cc |
| 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 LXX
What car is DE53 LXX?
DE53 LXX is a black Volvo S40, diesel (1870cc). First registered in Chester in 2003.
What is the mileage of DE53 LXX?
The last recorded mileage for DE53 LXX was 233,675 miles, recorded on 4 Nov 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DE53 LXX passed its MOT?
DE53 LXX has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 4 Nov 2016.
Is DE53 LXX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DE53 LXX 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 LXX?
DE53 LXX is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.