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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 7 (67% pass rate). It has 60,625 miles on the clock, averaging 3,083 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for BD53 DCX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 60,625 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 3,083 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BD53 DCX |
| 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 DCX
What car is BD53 DCX?
BD53 DCX is a silver Mercedes-Benz A-Class, petrol (1397cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of BD53 DCX?
The last recorded mileage for BD53 DCX was 60,625 miles, recorded on 10 Sep 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BD53 DCX passed its MOT?
BD53 DCX has had 21 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (14 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 10 Sep 2020.
Is BD53 DCX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BD53 DCX 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 DCX?
BD53 DCX is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.