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 27 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 7 (74% pass rate). It has 125,378 miles on the clock, averaging 4,839 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for VA53 CBU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 125,378 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 4,839 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 27 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | VA53 CBU |
| Make | Land Rover |
| Model | Defender |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 2495cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | VA — Worcester, Severn Valley |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About VA53 CBU
What car is VA53 CBU?
VA53 CBU is a blue Land Rover Defender, diesel (2495cc). First registered in Worcester in 2003.
What is the mileage of VA53 CBU?
The last recorded mileage for VA53 CBU was 125,378 miles, recorded on 16 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has VA53 CBU passed its MOT?
VA53 CBU has had 27 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (20 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 16 Jan 2026.
Is VA53 CBU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, VA53 CBU 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 VA53 CBU?
VA53 CBU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.