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 Land Rover Defender Diesel 2495cc has had 26 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 6 (77% pass rate). It has 116,919 miles on the clock, averaging 4,468 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for SM53 FVX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 116,919 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,791 |
| Average per year | 4,468 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 26 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SM53 FVX |
| Make | Land Rover |
| Model | Defender |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 2495cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About SM53 FVX
What car is SM53 FVX?
SM53 FVX is an blue Land Rover Defender, diesel (2495cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2003.
What is the mileage of SM53 FVX?
The last recorded mileage for SM53 FVX was 116,919 miles, recorded on 14 May 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM53 FVX passed its MOT?
SM53 FVX has had 26 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (20 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 14 May 2026.
Is SM53 FVX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM53 FVX 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 FVX?
SM53 FVX is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.