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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 Mercedes-Benz E Diesel 2148cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 4 (67% pass rate). It has 273,917 miles on the clock, averaging 39,634 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for GV05 LYU
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 273,917 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 39,634 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GV05 LYU |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | E |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 2148cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GV — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 05 — March 2005 to August 2005 |
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About GV05 LYU
What car is GV05 LYU?
GV05 LYU is a black Mercedes-Benz E, diesel (2148cc). First registered in Brighton in 2005.
What is the mileage of GV05 LYU?
The last recorded mileage for GV05 LYU was 273,917 miles, recorded on 9 May 2012 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GV05 LYU passed its MOT?
GV05 LYU has had 12 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (8 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 9 May 2012.
Is GV05 LYU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GV05 LYU 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 GV05 LYU?
GV05 LYU is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 05 means registered between 1 March 2005 and 31 August 2005.