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 Kia Rio Petrol 1343cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 2 (78% pass rate). It has 9,619 miles on the clock, averaging 905 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for NC53 DBY
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 9,619 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 905 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | NC53 DBY |
| Make | Kia |
| Model | Rio |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1343cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NC — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About NC53 DBY
What car is NC53 DBY?
NC53 DBY is an silver Kia Rio, petrol (1343cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2003.
What is the mileage of NC53 DBY?
The last recorded mileage for NC53 DBY was 9,619 miles, recorded on 18 Dec 2012 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NC53 DBY passed its MOT?
NC53 DBY has had 9 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (7 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 18 Dec 2012.
Is NC53 DBY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NC53 DBY is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is NC53 DBY?
NC53 DBY is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.