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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 4 (60% pass rate). It has 52,370 miles on the clock, averaging 1,167 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for PJ53 PCU
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 52,370 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | -30,132 |
| Average per year | 1,167 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | PJ53 PCU |
| Make | Kia |
| Model | Rio |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1343cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PJ — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About PJ53 PCU
What car is PJ53 PCU?
PJ53 PCU is a silver Kia Rio, petrol (1343cc). First registered in Preston in 2003.
What is the mileage of PJ53 PCU?
The last recorded mileage for PJ53 PCU was 52,370 miles, recorded on 8 May 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PJ53 PCU passed its MOT?
PJ53 PCU has had 10 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (6 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 8 May 2015.
Is PJ53 PCU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PJ53 PCU 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 PJ53 PCU?
PJ53 PCU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.