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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 3 (85% pass rate). It has 208,159 miles on the clock, averaging 10,557 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for MK53 LJV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 208,159 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 10,557 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | MK53 LJV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Bora |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MK — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About MK53 LJV
What car is MK53 LJV?
MK53 LJV is an grey Volkswagen Bora, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Manchester in 2003.
What is the mileage of MK53 LJV?
The last recorded mileage for MK53 LJV was 208,159 miles, recorded on 25 Jan 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MK53 LJV passed its MOT?
MK53 LJV has had 20 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (17 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 25 Jan 2023.
Is MK53 LJV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MK53 LJV 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 MK53 LJV?
MK53 LJV is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.