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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 Volkswagen Bora Petrol 1595cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 5 (71% pass rate). It has 146,911 miles on the clock, averaging 11,094 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for BD53 KGU
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 146,911 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 11,943 |
| Average per year | 11,094 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BD53 KGU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Bora |
| Colour | Beige |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1595cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BD — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About BD53 KGU
What car is BD53 KGU?
BD53 KGU is a beige Volkswagen Bora, petrol (1595cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of BD53 KGU?
The last recorded mileage for BD53 KGU was 146,911 miles, recorded on 22 Nov 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BD53 KGU passed its MOT?
BD53 KGU has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 22 Nov 2018.
Is BD53 KGU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BD53 KGU 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 KGU?
BD53 KGU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.