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 Seat Leon Petrol 1781cc has had 28 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 8 (71% pass rate). It has 143,426 miles on the clock, averaging 5,487 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for FX53 VBM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 143,426 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,023 |
| Average per year | 5,487 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 28 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | FX53 VBM |
| Make | Seat |
| Model | Leon |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1781cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FX — Lincoln, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About FX53 VBM
What car is FX53 VBM?
FX53 VBM is an black Seat Leon, petrol (1781cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2003.
What is the mileage of FX53 VBM?
The last recorded mileage for FX53 VBM was 143,426 miles, recorded on 11 Jul 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FX53 VBM passed its MOT?
FX53 VBM has had 28 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (20 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 11 Jul 2025.
Is FX53 VBM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FX53 VBM 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 FX53 VBM?
FX53 VBM is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.