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 A-Class Diesel 1689cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 4 (69% pass rate). It has 117,753 miles on the clock, averaging 8,744 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for SM53 ODU
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 117,753 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 208 |
| Average per year | 8,744 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SM53 ODU |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A-Class |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1689cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About SM53 ODU
What car is SM53 ODU?
SM53 ODU is an silver Mercedes-Benz A-Class, diesel (1689cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2003.
What is the mileage of SM53 ODU?
The last recorded mileage for SM53 ODU was 117,753 miles, recorded on 8 Oct 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM53 ODU passed its MOT?
SM53 ODU has had 13 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (9 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 8 Oct 2015.
Is SM53 ODU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM53 ODU 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 ODU?
SM53 ODU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.