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 Skoda Octavia Diesel 1896cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 2 (82% pass rate). It has 227,880 miles on the clock, averaging 13,618 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for EU53 DFF
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 227,880 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 316 |
| Average per year | 13,618 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | EU53 DFF |
| Make | Skoda |
| Model | Octavia |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EU — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About EU53 DFF
What car is EU53 DFF?
EU53 DFF is an silver Skoda Octavia, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2003.
What is the mileage of EU53 DFF?
The last recorded mileage for EU53 DFF was 227,880 miles, recorded on 27 Jun 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EU53 DFF passed its MOT?
EU53 DFF has had 11 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (9 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 27 Jun 2015.
Is EU53 DFF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EU53 DFF 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 EU53 DFF?
EU53 DFF is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.