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 Toyota Hilux Diesel 2495cc has had 25 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 9 (64% pass rate). It has 156,479 miles on the clock, averaging 5,919 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for NL53 VHJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 156,479 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,796 |
| Average per year | 5,919 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 25 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | NL53 VHJ |
| Make | Toyota |
| Model | Hilux |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 2495cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NL — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About NL53 VHJ
What car is NL53 VHJ?
NL53 VHJ is an blue Toyota Hilux, diesel (2495cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2003.
What is the mileage of NL53 VHJ?
The last recorded mileage for NL53 VHJ was 156,479 miles, recorded on 14 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NL53 VHJ passed its MOT?
NL53 VHJ has had 25 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (16 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 14 Oct 2025.
Is NL53 VHJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NL53 VHJ 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 NL53 VHJ?
NL53 VHJ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.