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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 Sprinter Diesel 2151cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 286,731 miles on the clock, averaging 17,878 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for FD53 GRU
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 286,731 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 17,878 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | FD53 GRU |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | Sprinter |
| Colour | White |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 2151cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FD — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About FD53 GRU
What car is FD53 GRU?
FD53 GRU is an white Mercedes-Benz Sprinter, diesel (2151cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of FD53 GRU?
The last recorded mileage for FD53 GRU was 286,731 miles, recorded on 21 Nov 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FD53 GRU passed its MOT?
FD53 GRU has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 21 Nov 2016.
Is FD53 GRU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FD53 GRU 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 FD53 GRU?
FD53 GRU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.