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 Skoda Octavia Diesel 1896cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 7 (53% pass rate). It has 197,962 miles on the clock, averaging 18,922 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for FV53 USL
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 197,962 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,675 |
| Average per year | 18,922 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | FV53 USL |
| Make | Skoda |
| Model | Octavia |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FV — Lincoln, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About FV53 USL
What car is FV53 USL?
FV53 USL is an silver Skoda Octavia, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2003.
What is the mileage of FV53 USL?
The last recorded mileage for FV53 USL was 197,962 miles, recorded on 15 Oct 2013 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FV53 USL passed its MOT?
FV53 USL has had 15 MOT tests with a 53% pass rate (8 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 15 Oct 2013.
Is FV53 USL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FV53 USL 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 FV53 USL?
FV53 USL is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.