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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 Mercedes-Benz E Diesel 2148cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 8 (58% pass rate). It has 223,699 miles on the clock, averaging 13,367 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for EX53 FTU
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 223,699 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 13,367 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | EX53 FTU |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | E |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 2148cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EX — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About EX53 FTU
What car is EX53 FTU?
EX53 FTU is an blue Mercedes-Benz E, diesel (2148cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2003.
What is the mileage of EX53 FTU?
The last recorded mileage for EX53 FTU was 223,699 miles, recorded on 21 Jul 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EX53 FTU passed its MOT?
EX53 FTU has had 19 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (11 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 21 Jul 2018.
Is EX53 FTU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EX53 FTU 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 FTU?
EX53 FTU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.