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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 2 (83% pass rate). It has 49,597 miles on the clock, averaging 2,855 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for BD53 DCU
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 49,597 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,159 |
| Average per year | 2,855 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BD53 DCU |
| 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 DCU
What car is BD53 DCU?
BD53 DCU is a silver Mercedes-Benz A-Class, petrol (1397cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of BD53 DCU?
The last recorded mileage for BD53 DCU was 49,597 miles, recorded on 26 Jan 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BD53 DCU passed its MOT?
BD53 DCU has had 12 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (10 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 26 Jan 2015.
Is BD53 DCU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BD53 DCU 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 DCU?
BD53 DCU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.