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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 3 (75% pass rate). It has 49,917 miles on the clock, averaging 1,980 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for NG53 OBU
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 49,917 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 110 |
| Average per year | 1,980 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | NG53 OBU |
| Make | Kia |
| Model | Rio |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1343cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NG — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About NG53 OBU
What car is NG53 OBU?
NG53 OBU is an blue Kia Rio, petrol (1343cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2003.
What is the mileage of NG53 OBU?
The last recorded mileage for NG53 OBU was 49,917 miles, recorded on 3 Jun 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NG53 OBU passed its MOT?
NG53 OBU has had 12 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (9 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 3 Jun 2015.
Is NG53 OBU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NG53 OBU 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 NG53 OBU?
NG53 OBU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.