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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 2 (78% pass rate). It has 196,352 miles on the clock, averaging 18,895 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for HV53 SSZ
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 196,352 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 35,205 |
| Average per year | 18,895 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | HV53 SSZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Bora |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | HV — Portsmouth, Hampshire and Dorset |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About HV53 SSZ
What car is HV53 SSZ?
HV53 SSZ is an silver Volkswagen Bora, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Portsmouth in 2003.
What is the mileage of HV53 SSZ?
The last recorded mileage for HV53 SSZ was 196,352 miles, recorded on 16 Nov 2012 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HV53 SSZ passed its MOT?
HV53 SSZ has had 9 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (7 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 16 Nov 2012.
Is HV53 SSZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HV53 SSZ 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 HV53 SSZ?
HV53 SSZ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.