Where was the AB53U number plate registered?

Vehicles with the AB53U prefix were first registered in Peterborough, East Anglia through official DVLA regional allocation tag AB.

What year was a AB53U registration plate released?

The AB53U series was issued during September 2003 to February 2004.

What is the MOT pass rate for AB53U vehicles?

Vehicles in the AB53U cohort demonstrate an average historical MOT pass rate of 92.9% based on 14 recorded DVSA inspections.

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AB53U Series Number Plates

UK vehicles registered in Peterborough, East Anglia during September 2003 to February 2004 with registration prefix AB53U.

Area Office: Peterborough (Peterborough, East Anglia)
Release Period: September 2003 to February 2004
Tracked in Batch: 3 vehicles
MOT Pass Rate: 92.9%

Popular Makes

BMW 33.3% (1)

FIAT 33.3% (1)

LOTUS 33.3% (1)

92.9%

Average MOT Pass Rate

Based on 14 historical tests

Common Colors

Grey1 vehicles

Red1 vehicles

White1 vehicles

Active Plates in AB53U Series(3 of 3 displayed)

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AB53URD

MOT Valid

LOTUS EXIGE

1.8L · Petrol · Red

First Used: Nov 2007
MOT Expiry: 03 Sep 2027
Tax Status: —
Color: Red

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AB53USS

MOT Valid

BMW 518

2.0L · Diesel · White

First Used: Mar 2014
MOT Expiry: 02 Apr 2027
Tax Status: —
Color: White

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AB53UTB

MOT Valid

FIAT 500

1.2L · Petrol · Grey

First Used: Mar 2015
MOT Expiry: 13 Aug 2027
Tax Status: —
Color: Grey

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Reliability & Common Problem Guides for AB53U Makes

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BMW Common Problems FIAT Common Problems LOTUS Common Problems

Frequently Asked Questions about AB53U Plates

Where was the AB53U number plate series registered?

Vehicles starting with AB53U were assigned to the Peterborough covering Peterborough, East Anglia. The first two letters (AB) identify the memory tag assigned by the DVLA.

What registration period is AB53U?

The AB53U age identifier corresponds to vehicles first registered between September 2003 to February 2004.

How can I check the MOT history of a AB53U vehicle?

Click any registration in the plate list above to view the complete DVSA inspection history, advisory alerts, mileage progression, road tax status, and our AI mechanical risk evaluation.