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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 21 and failing 2 (91% pass rate). It has 144,776 miles on the clock, averaging 5,177 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for SO53 JCJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 144,776 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 659 |
| Average per year | 5,177 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SO53 JCJ |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Bora |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SO — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About SO53 JCJ
What car is SO53 JCJ?
SO53 JCJ is an black Volkswagen Bora, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2003.
What is the mileage of SO53 JCJ?
The last recorded mileage for SO53 JCJ was 144,776 miles, recorded on 9 Aug 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SO53 JCJ passed its MOT?
SO53 JCJ has had 23 MOT tests with an 91% pass rate (21 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 9 Aug 2026.
Is SO53 JCJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SO53 JCJ 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 SO53 JCJ?
SO53 JCJ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.