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 Carens Diesel 1991cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 7 (63% pass rate). It has 102,927 miles on the clock, averaging 7,330 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for NL53 VRE
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 102,927 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,330 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | NL53 VRE |
| Make | Kia |
| Model | Carens |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1991cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NL — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About NL53 VRE
What car is NL53 VRE?
NL53 VRE is an silver Kia Carens, diesel (1991cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2003.
What is the mileage of NL53 VRE?
The last recorded mileage for NL53 VRE was 102,927 miles, recorded on 26 Aug 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NL53 VRE passed its MOT?
NL53 VRE has had 19 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (12 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 26 Aug 2017.
Is NL53 VRE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NL53 VRE 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 VRE?
NL53 VRE is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.