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 Discovery Diesel 2495cc has had 24 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 4 (83% pass rate). It has 158,304 miles on the clock, averaging 6,770 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for MW53 VFM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 158,304 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,230 |
| Average per year | 6,770 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | MW53 VFM |
| Make | Land Rover |
| Model | Discovery |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 2495cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MW — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About MW53 VFM
What car is MW53 VFM?
MW53 VFM is an silver Land Rover Discovery, diesel (2495cc). First registered in Manchester in 2003.
What is the mileage of MW53 VFM?
The last recorded mileage for MW53 VFM was 158,304 miles, recorded on 4 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MW53 VFM passed its MOT?
MW53 VFM has had 24 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (20 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 4 Dec 2025.
Is MW53 VFM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MW53 VFM 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 MW53 VFM?
MW53 VFM is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.