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 Land Rover Defender Diesel 2495cc has had 29 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 11 (62% pass rate). It has 96,989 miles on the clock, averaging 4,085 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for MV53 HPU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 96,989 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,324 |
| Average per year | 4,085 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 29 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | MV53 HPU |
| Make | Land Rover |
| Model | Defender |
| Colour | White |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 2495cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MV — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About MV53 HPU
What car is MV53 HPU?
MV53 HPU is an white Land Rover Defender, diesel (2495cc). First registered in Manchester in 2003.
What is the mileage of MV53 HPU?
The last recorded mileage for MV53 HPU was 96,989 miles, recorded on 21 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MV53 HPU passed its MOT?
MV53 HPU has had 29 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (18 passes, 11 failures). It last passed on 21 Feb 2026.
Is MV53 HPU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MV53 HPU 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 MV53 HPU?
MV53 HPU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.