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 20 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 153,372 miles on the clock, averaging 6,744 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for SY53 RLU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 153,372 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,656 |
| Average per year | 6,744 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SY53 RLU |
| Make | Land Rover |
| Model | Defender |
| Colour | Green |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 2495cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SY — Inverness, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About SY53 RLU
What car is SY53 RLU?
SY53 RLU is an green Land Rover Defender, diesel (2495cc). First registered in Inverness in 2003.
What is the mileage of SY53 RLU?
The last recorded mileage for SY53 RLU was 153,372 miles, recorded on 20 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SY53 RLU passed its MOT?
SY53 RLU has had 20 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (20 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 20 Feb 2026.
Is SY53 RLU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SY53 RLU 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 SY53 RLU?
SY53 RLU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.