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 Petrol 1600cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 4 (80% pass rate). It has 94,579 miles on the clock, averaging 4,911 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for EF53 CBU
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 94,579 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,406 |
| Average per year | 4,911 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | EF53 CBU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Bora |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1600cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EF — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About EF53 CBU
What car is EF53 CBU?
EF53 CBU is an black Volkswagen Bora, petrol (1600cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2003.
What is the mileage of EF53 CBU?
The last recorded mileage for EF53 CBU was 94,579 miles, recorded on 3 Dec 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EF53 CBU passed its MOT?
EF53 CBU has had 20 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (16 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 3 Dec 2021.
Is EF53 CBU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EF53 CBU 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 EF53 CBU?
EF53 CBU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.