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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 Kia Carens Diesel 1991cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing once (89% pass rate). It has 104,990 miles on the clock, averaging 11,852 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for EF53 ELJ
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 104,990 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 28,361 |
| Average per year | 11,852 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | EF53 ELJ |
| Make | Kia |
| Model | Carens |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1991cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EF — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About EF53 ELJ
What car is EF53 ELJ?
EF53 ELJ is an black Kia Carens, diesel (1991cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2003.
What is the mileage of EF53 ELJ?
The last recorded mileage for EF53 ELJ was 104,990 miles, recorded on 10 Feb 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EF53 ELJ passed its MOT?
EF53 ELJ has had 9 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (8 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 10 Feb 2014.
Is EF53 ELJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EF53 ELJ 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 EF53 ELJ?
EF53 ELJ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.