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 Mercedes-Benz S-Class Diesel 3222cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing once (94% pass rate). It has 167,746 miles on the clock, averaging 4,563 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for RA53 HBO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 167,746 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,269 |
| Average per year | 4,563 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RA53 HBO |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | S-Class |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 3222cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RA — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About RA53 HBO
What car is RA53 HBO?
RA53 HBO is an silver Mercedes-Benz S-Class, diesel (3222cc). First registered in Reading in 2003.
What is the mileage of RA53 HBO?
The last recorded mileage for RA53 HBO was 167,746 miles, recorded on 8 Nov 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RA53 HBO passed its MOT?
RA53 HBO has had 18 MOT tests with an 94% pass rate (17 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 8 Nov 2022.
Is RA53 HBO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RA53 HBO 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 RA53 HBO?
RA53 HBO is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.