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 Volkswagen Bora Diesel 1896cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 4 (76% pass rate). It has 216,287 miles on the clock, averaging 12,748 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for HD53 HLA
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 216,287 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,637 |
| Average per year | 12,748 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | HD53 HLA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Bora |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | HD — Bournemouth, Hampshire and Dorset |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About HD53 HLA
What car is HD53 HLA?
HD53 HLA is an black Volkswagen Bora, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Bournemouth in 2003.
What is the mileage of HD53 HLA?
The last recorded mileage for HD53 HLA was 216,287 miles, recorded on 17 Mar 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HD53 HLA passed its MOT?
HD53 HLA has had 17 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (13 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 17 Mar 2021.
Is HD53 HLA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HD53 HLA 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 HD53 HLA?
HD53 HLA is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.