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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 Skoda Octavia Diesel 1896cc has had 7 MOT tests on record, passing 3 and failing 4 (43% pass rate). It has 174,163 miles on the clock, averaging 19,997 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for EU53 FTJ
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 174,163 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 211 |
| Average per year | 19,997 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 7 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | EU53 FTJ |
| 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 FTJ
What car is EU53 FTJ?
EU53 FTJ is an silver Skoda Octavia, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2003.
What is the mileage of EU53 FTJ?
The last recorded mileage for EU53 FTJ was 174,163 miles, recorded on 12 Oct 2011 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EU53 FTJ passed its MOT?
EU53 FTJ has had 7 MOT tests with a 43% pass rate (3 passes, 4 failures). It last was tested on 12 Oct 2011.
Is EU53 FTJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EU53 FTJ 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 FTJ?
EU53 FTJ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.