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At a glance
This 2003 Mitsubishi Carisma Diesel 1870cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 3 (73% pass rate). It has 174,434 miles on the clock, averaging 14,193 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for EX53 VGU
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 174,434 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,116 |
| Average per year | 14,193 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | EX53 VGU |
| Make | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Carisma |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1870cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EX — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About EX53 VGU
What car is EX53 VGU?
EX53 VGU is an silver Mitsubishi Carisma, diesel (1870cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2003.
What is the mileage of EX53 VGU?
The last recorded mileage for EX53 VGU was 174,434 miles, recorded on 10 Jun 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EX53 VGU passed its MOT?
EX53 VGU has had 11 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (8 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 10 Jun 2015.
Is EX53 VGU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EX53 VGU 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 VGU?
EX53 VGU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.