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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 2 (78% pass rate). It has 199,748 miles on the clock, averaging 18,621 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for GU53 VZK
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 199,748 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 18,621 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GU53 VZK |
| Make | Skoda |
| Model | Octavia |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GU — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About GU53 VZK
What car is GU53 VZK?
GU53 VZK is a blue Skoda Octavia, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Brighton in 2003.
What is the mileage of GU53 VZK?
The last recorded mileage for GU53 VZK was 199,748 miles, recorded on 15 Sep 2012 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GU53 VZK passed its MOT?
GU53 VZK has had 9 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (7 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 15 Sep 2012.
Is GU53 VZK ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GU53 VZK 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 GU53 VZK?
GU53 VZK is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.