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 Ford Mondeo Diesel 1998cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 7 (63% pass rate). It has 172,485 miles on the clock, averaging 11,907 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for MA53 VWL
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 172,485 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 17,430 |
| Average per year | 11,907 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | MA53 VWL |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Mondeo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1998cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MA — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About MA53 VWL
What car is MA53 VWL?
MA53 VWL is an silver Ford Mondeo, diesel (1998cc). First registered in Manchester in 2003.
What is the mileage of MA53 VWL?
The last recorded mileage for MA53 VWL was 172,485 miles, recorded on 6 Jun 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MA53 VWL passed its MOT?
MA53 VWL has had 19 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (12 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 6 Jun 2018.
Is MA53 VWL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MA53 VWL 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 MA53 VWL?
MA53 VWL is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.