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 2005 Land Rover Discovery Diesel 2720cc has had 28 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 9 (68% pass rate). It has 249,280 miles on the clock, averaging 11,995 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for GU53 RDS
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 249,280 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,516 |
| Average per year | 11,995 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 28 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GU53 RDS |
| Make | Land Rover |
| Model | Discovery |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 2720cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GU — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About GU53 RDS
What car is GU53 RDS?
GU53 RDS is a grey Land Rover Discovery, diesel (2720cc). First registered in Brighton in 2005.
What is the mileage of GU53 RDS?
The last recorded mileage for GU53 RDS was 249,280 miles, recorded on 27 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GU53 RDS passed its MOT?
GU53 RDS has had 28 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (19 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 27 Nov 2025.
Is GU53 RDS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GU53 RDS is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is GU53 RDS?
GU53 RDS is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.