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 2004 Mercedes-Benz A-Class Diesel 1689cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 3 (82% pass rate). It has 110,225 miles on the clock, averaging 4,684 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for DF53 SHJ
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 110,225 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 4,684 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | DF53 SHJ |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A-Class |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1689cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DF — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About DF53 SHJ
What car is DF53 SHJ?
DF53 SHJ is a silver Mercedes-Benz A-Class, diesel (1689cc). First registered in Chester in 2004.
What is the mileage of DF53 SHJ?
The last recorded mileage for DF53 SHJ was 110,225 miles, recorded on 15 Jul 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DF53 SHJ passed its MOT?
DF53 SHJ has had 17 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (14 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 15 Jul 2020.
Is DF53 SHJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DF53 SHJ is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2004, 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 SHJ?
DF53 SHJ is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.