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 26 MOT tests on record, passing 21 and failing 5 (81% pass rate). It has 74,047 miles on the clock, averaging 3,149 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for YB53 ELW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 74,047 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8 |
| Average per year | 3,149 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 26 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | YB53 ELW |
| Make | Land Rover |
| Model | Defender |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 2495cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YB — Leeds, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About YB53 ELW
What car is YB53 ELW?
YB53 ELW is a blue Land Rover Defender, diesel (2495cc). First registered in Leeds in 2003.
What is the mileage of YB53 ELW?
The last recorded mileage for YB53 ELW was 74,047 miles, recorded on 14 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YB53 ELW passed its MOT?
YB53 ELW has had 26 MOT tests with an 81% pass rate (21 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 14 Jul 2026.
Is YB53 ELW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YB53 ELW 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 YB53 ELW?
YB53 ELW is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.