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 Ford Mondeo Diesel 1998cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 2 (82% pass rate). It has 146,680 miles on the clock, averaging 13,782 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for NC53 VKU
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 146,680 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,294 |
| Average per year | 13,782 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | NC53 VKU |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Mondeo |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1998cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NC — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About NC53 VKU
What car is NC53 VKU?
NC53 VKU is an silver Ford Mondeo, diesel (1998cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2003.
What is the mileage of NC53 VKU?
The last recorded mileage for NC53 VKU was 146,680 miles, recorded on 16 Mar 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NC53 VKU passed its MOT?
NC53 VKU has had 11 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (9 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 16 Mar 2015.
Is NC53 VKU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NC53 VKU 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 NC53 VKU?
NC53 VKU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.