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 Mercedes-Benz A-Class Diesel 1689cc has had 22 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 5 (77% pass rate). It has 103,233 miles on the clock, averaging 5,290 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for DE53 URZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 103,233 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 41 |
| Average per year | 5,290 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | DE53 URZ |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A-Class |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1689cc |
| 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 URZ
What car is DE53 URZ?
DE53 URZ is a silver Mercedes-Benz A-Class, diesel (1689cc). First registered in Chester in 2003.
What is the mileage of DE53 URZ?
The last recorded mileage for DE53 URZ was 103,233 miles, recorded on 3 Mar 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DE53 URZ passed its MOT?
DE53 URZ has had 22 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (17 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 3 Mar 2023.
Is DE53 URZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DE53 URZ 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 URZ?
DE53 URZ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.