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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 Mercedes-Benz A-Class Petrol 1598cc has had 22 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 6 (73% pass rate). It has 70,901 miles on the clock, averaging 4,212 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for DE53 UPN
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 70,901 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 176 |
| Average per year | 4,212 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | DE53 UPN |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A-Class |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| 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 UPN
What car is DE53 UPN?
DE53 UPN is a silver Mercedes-Benz A-Class, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Chester in 2003.
What is the mileage of DE53 UPN?
The last recorded mileage for DE53 UPN was 70,901 miles, recorded on 20 Sep 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DE53 UPN passed its MOT?
DE53 UPN has had 22 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (16 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 20 Sep 2021.
Is DE53 UPN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DE53 UPN 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 UPN?
DE53 UPN is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.