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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 2004 Mercedes-Benz A-Class Diesel 1689cc has had 22 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 8 (64% pass rate). It has 104,414 miles on the clock, averaging 5,124 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for ET53 VTL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 104,414 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,220 |
| Average per year | 5,124 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | ET53 VTL |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A-Class |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1689cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | ET — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About ET53 VTL
What car is ET53 VTL?
ET53 VTL is an silver Mercedes-Benz A-Class, diesel (1689cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2004.
What is the mileage of ET53 VTL?
The last recorded mileage for ET53 VTL was 104,414 miles, recorded on 19 Jan 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has ET53 VTL passed its MOT?
ET53 VTL has had 22 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (14 passes, 8 failures). It last was tested on 19 Jan 2022.
Is ET53 VTL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, ET53 VTL 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 ET53 VTL?
ET53 VTL is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.