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 2004 Land Rover Discovery Diesel 2495cc has had 25 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 6 (76% pass rate). It has 105,787 miles on the clock, averaging 3,853 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for SO53 VGA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 105,787 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,745 |
| Average per year | 3,853 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 25 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SO53 VGA |
| Make | Land Rover |
| Model | Discovery |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 2495cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SO — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About SO53 VGA
What car is SO53 VGA?
SO53 VGA is an black Land Rover Discovery, diesel (2495cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2004.
What is the mileage of SO53 VGA?
The last recorded mileage for SO53 VGA was 105,787 miles, recorded on 1 May 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SO53 VGA passed its MOT?
SO53 VGA has had 25 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (19 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 1 May 2026.
Is SO53 VGA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SO53 VGA is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2004, 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 VGA?
SO53 VGA is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.