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 Kia Sportage Petrol 1998cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 5 (72% pass rate). It has 58,813 miles on the clock, averaging 4,020 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for KY53 LXJ
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 58,813 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 4,020 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | KY53 LXJ |
| Make | Kia |
| Model | Sportage |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1998cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | KY — Luton, Luton and Northampton |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About KY53 LXJ
What car is KY53 LXJ?
KY53 LXJ is a silver Kia Sportage, petrol (1998cc). First registered in Luton in 2003.
What is the mileage of KY53 LXJ?
The last recorded mileage for KY53 LXJ was 58,813 miles, recorded on 26 Sep 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has KY53 LXJ passed its MOT?
KY53 LXJ has had 18 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (13 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 26 Sep 2017.
Is KY53 LXJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, KY53 LXJ is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is KY53 LXJ?
KY53 LXJ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.