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 Ford Focus Petrol 1596cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 138,000 miles on the clock, averaging 11,103 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for BD53 UHB
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 138,000 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 11,103 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BD53 UHB |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1596cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BD — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About BD53 UHB
What car is BD53 UHB?
BD53 UHB is a black Ford Focus, petrol (1596cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of BD53 UHB?
The last recorded mileage for BD53 UHB was 138,000 miles, recorded on 24 Aug 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BD53 UHB passed its MOT?
BD53 UHB has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 24 Aug 2016.
Is BD53 UHB ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BD53 UHB 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 UHB?
BD53 UHB is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.