Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Skoda Octavia Diesel 1896cc has had 25 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 9 (64% pass rate). It has 230,906 miles on the clock, averaging 11,000 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for FL53 VLU
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 230,906 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 11,000 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 25 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | FL53 VLU |
| Make | Skoda |
| Model | Octavia |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FL — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About FL53 VLU
What car is FL53 VLU?
FL53 VLU is an grey Skoda Octavia, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of FL53 VLU?
The last recorded mileage for FL53 VLU was 230,906 miles, recorded on 21 Sep 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FL53 VLU passed its MOT?
FL53 VLU has had 25 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (16 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 21 Sep 2021.
Is FL53 VLU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FL53 VLU 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 FL53 VLU?
FL53 VLU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.