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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 2003 Volvo V40 Diesel 1870cc has had 27 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 8 (70% pass rate). It has 146,263 miles on the clock, averaging 5,213 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for GV53 BUU
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 146,263 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 5,213 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 27 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GV53 BUU |
| Make | Volvo |
| Model | V40 |
| Colour | Green |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1870cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GV — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About GV53 BUU
What car is GV53 BUU?
GV53 BUU is a green Volvo V40, diesel (1870cc). First registered in Brighton in 2003.
What is the mileage of GV53 BUU?
The last recorded mileage for GV53 BUU was 146,263 miles, recorded on 18 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GV53 BUU passed its MOT?
GV53 BUU has had 27 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (19 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 18 Nov 2025.
Is GV53 BUU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GV53 BUU 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 GV53 BUU?
GV53 BUU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.