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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 C Diesel 2148cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 11 (52% pass rate). It has 251,207 miles on the clock, averaging 15,362 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for SM53 FHV
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 251,207 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 14,171 |
| Average per year | 15,362 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SM53 FHV |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | C |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 2148cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About SM53 FHV
What car is SM53 FHV?
SM53 FHV is an black Mercedes-Benz C, diesel (2148cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2003.
What is the mileage of SM53 FHV?
The last recorded mileage for SM53 FHV was 251,207 miles, recorded on 26 Mar 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM53 FHV passed its MOT?
SM53 FHV has had 23 MOT tests with a 52% pass rate (12 passes, 11 failures). It last was tested on 26 Mar 2019.
Is SM53 FHV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM53 FHV 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 SM53 FHV?
SM53 FHV is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.