The road tax status for CU53 MYJ is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for CU53 MYJ?

The MOT for CU53 MYJ is valid and due for renewal on or before 5 October 2024.

What is the recorded mileage of CU53 MYJ?

The recorded mileage for CU53 MYJ is 92,565 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is CU53 MYJ ULEZ compliant?

No, CU53 MYJ does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

2003 Mercedes-Benz ML 2.7L Diesel · CU53 MYJ

CU53 MYJ

2003 Mercedes-Benz ML (2.7L, diesel). First registered 30 Sept 2003. Recorded mileage 92,565 miles. MOT expired on 05 Oct 2024.

Make & Model: MERCEDES-BENZ ML
Year / Origin: 2003 · Swansea
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Expired on 05 Oct 2024
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 92,565 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Non-Compliant (Pre-Euro 6 Diesel)
Fuel & Engine: Diesel · 2.7L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Year

2003

Engine

2688cc

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CU53 MYJ Key Findings

31 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 07/10/2023
92,565 miles recorded at latest MOT
12 historical MOT failures
3 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring suspension items (22 mentions)

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CU53 MYJ MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 25 Oct 2026, 03:50

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31 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Mercedes-Benz Ml (CU53 MYJ) between September 2006 and October 2023.

The record contains 19 passes and 12 failures.

The most recent test on 07 October 2023 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 12 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Suspension (22 issues), Lighting (20 issues), Steering (12 issues), Tyres (10 issues), Brakes (10 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 49 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Nearside Front Anti-roll bar pin or bush excessively worn (5.3.4 (a) (i))”; “Exhaust emissions test not completed because smoke levels are significantly in excess of the specified limit values 0.80”.

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CU53 MYJ Mileage History

19/09/200624,349 mi
06/03/200728,113 mi+3,764 mi
03/10/200742,735 mi+14,622 mi
03/10/200742,735 mi
19/02/200847,381 mi+4,646 mi
20/02/200961,560 mi+14,179 mi
04/03/201077,836 mi+16,276 mi
25/02/201146,492 mi-31,344 mi
14/02/201252,921 mi+6,429 mi
15/02/201252,921 mi
23/04/201356,888 mi+3,967 mi
06/05/201460,522 mi+3,634 mi
12/05/201562,486 mi+1,964 mi
18/05/201562,522 mi+36 mi
10/05/201665,023 mi+2,501 mi
16/05/201665,053 mi+30 mi
16/05/201767,679 mi+2,626 mi
22/05/201767,691 mi+12 mi
19/06/201871,055 mi+3,364 mi
27/06/201871,072 mi+17 mi
11/02/201973,638 mi+2,566 mi
18/02/201973,745 mi+107 mi
12/08/202078,469 mi+4,724 mi
17/08/202078,547 mi+78 mi
09/08/202181,687 mi+3,140 mi
12/08/202181,699 mi+12 mi
02/08/202284,822 mi+3,123 mi
16/08/202284,925 mi+103 mi
22/09/202392,500 mi+7,575 mi
05/10/202392,565 mi+65 mi
07/10/202392,565 mi

Average of roughly 4,001 miles per year across 31 recorded odometer readings.

Recorded mileage decreased between one or more tests — a potential clocking indicator worth verifying before purchase.

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/ 100 · Poor

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MOT Roadworthiness: Poor

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Poor MOT pass rate (40%)

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