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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 Mercedes-Benz C Diesel 2148cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 7 (70% pass rate). It has 142,556 miles on the clock, averaging 6,974 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for MK53 ORC
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 142,556 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,461 |
| Average per year | 6,974 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | MK53 ORC |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | C |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 2148cc |
| 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 ORC
What car is MK53 ORC?
MK53 ORC is an silver Mercedes-Benz C, diesel (2148cc). First registered in Manchester in 2003.
What is the mileage of MK53 ORC?
The last recorded mileage for MK53 ORC was 142,556 miles, recorded on 27 Sep 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MK53 ORC passed its MOT?
MK53 ORC has had 23 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (16 passes, 7 failures). It last was tested on 27 Sep 2022.
Is MK53 ORC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MK53 ORC 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 ORC?
MK53 ORC is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.