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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 6 (63% pass rate). It has 188,410 miles on the clock, averaging 12,712 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for DF53 EFX
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 188,410 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 12,712 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | DF53 EFX |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A-Class |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1689cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DF — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About DF53 EFX
What car is DF53 EFX?
DF53 EFX is a black Mercedes-Benz A-Class, diesel (1689cc). First registered in Chester in 2003.
What is the mileage of DF53 EFX?
The last recorded mileage for DF53 EFX was 188,410 miles, recorded on 9 Jan 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DF53 EFX passed its MOT?
DF53 EFX has had 16 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (10 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 9 Jan 2017.
Is DF53 EFX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DF53 EFX 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 DF53 EFX?
DF53 EFX is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.