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 Volkswagen Bora Diesel 1896cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 6 (65% pass rate). It has 195,200 miles on the clock, averaging 11,840 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for SL53 NBZ
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 195,200 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 11,840 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SL53 NBZ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Bora |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SL — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About SL53 NBZ
What car is SL53 NBZ?
SL53 NBZ is an blue Volkswagen Bora, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2003.
What is the mileage of SL53 NBZ?
The last recorded mileage for SL53 NBZ was 195,200 miles, recorded on 7 Nov 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SL53 NBZ passed its MOT?
SL53 NBZ has had 17 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (11 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 7 Nov 2016.
Is SL53 NBZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SL53 NBZ 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 SL53 NBZ?
SL53 NBZ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.