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 Kia Rio Petrol 1343cc has had 8 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing once (88% pass rate). It has 34,983 miles on the clock, averaging 2,991 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for EX53 HFU
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 34,983 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 2,991 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | EX53 HFU |
| Make | Kia |
| Model | Rio |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1343cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EX — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About EX53 HFU
What car is EX53 HFU?
EX53 HFU is an silver Kia Rio, petrol (1343cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2003.
What is the mileage of EX53 HFU?
The last recorded mileage for EX53 HFU was 34,983 miles, recorded on 9 May 2013 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EX53 HFU passed its MOT?
EX53 HFU has had 8 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (7 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 9 May 2013.
Is EX53 HFU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EX53 HFU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is EX53 HFU?
EX53 HFU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.