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 24 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 7 (71% pass rate). It has 168,214 miles on the clock, averaging 8,030 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for EX53 DRV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 168,214 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,222 |
| Average per year | 8,030 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | EX53 DRV |
| Make | Skoda |
| Model | Octavia |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EX — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About EX53 DRV
What car is EX53 DRV?
EX53 DRV is an blue Skoda Octavia, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2003.
What is the mileage of EX53 DRV?
The last recorded mileage for EX53 DRV was 168,214 miles, recorded on 13 Mar 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EX53 DRV passed its MOT?
EX53 DRV has had 24 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (17 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 13 Mar 2023.
Is EX53 DRV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EX53 DRV 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 EX53 DRV?
EX53 DRV is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.