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 Skoda Octavia Diesel 1896cc has had 28 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 8 (71% pass rate). It has 124,193 miles on the clock, averaging 5,399 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for PJ53 CXU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 124,193 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,581 |
| Average per year | 5,399 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 28 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | PJ53 CXU |
| Make | Skoda |
| Model | Octavia |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PJ — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About PJ53 CXU
What car is PJ53 CXU?
PJ53 CXU is a black Skoda Octavia, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Preston in 2003.
What is the mileage of PJ53 CXU?
The last recorded mileage for PJ53 CXU was 124,193 miles, recorded on 17 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PJ53 CXU passed its MOT?
PJ53 CXU has had 28 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (20 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 17 Jan 2026.
Is PJ53 CXU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PJ53 CXU 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 PJ53 CXU?
PJ53 CXU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.