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 Volkswagen Bora Diesel 1896cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 4 (76% pass rate). It has 158,018 miles on the clock, averaging 8,537 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for DE53 VXJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 158,018 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,817 |
| Average per year | 8,537 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | DE53 VXJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Bora |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| 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 VXJ
What car is DE53 VXJ?
DE53 VXJ is a silver Volkswagen Bora, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Chester in 2003.
What is the mileage of DE53 VXJ?
The last recorded mileage for DE53 VXJ was 158,018 miles, recorded on 27 Feb 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DE53 VXJ passed its MOT?
DE53 VXJ has had 17 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (13 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 27 Feb 2021.
Is DE53 VXJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DE53 VXJ 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 VXJ?
DE53 VXJ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.