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 Mercedes-Benz A-Class Petrol 1397cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 2 (88% pass rate). It has 64,329 miles on the clock, averaging 3,168 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for BD53 DBU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 64,329 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,351 |
| Average per year | 3,168 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BD53 DBU |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A-Class |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1397cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BD — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About BD53 DBU
What car is BD53 DBU?
BD53 DBU is a silver Mercedes-Benz A-Class, petrol (1397cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of BD53 DBU?
The last recorded mileage for BD53 DBU was 64,329 miles, recorded on 25 Oct 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BD53 DBU passed its MOT?
BD53 DBU has had 17 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (15 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 25 Oct 2021.
Is BD53 DBU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BD53 DBU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is BD53 DBU?
BD53 DBU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.