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 11 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 81,793 miles on the clock, averaging 5,910 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for BD53 UTL
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 81,793 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 18,851 |
| Average per year | 5,910 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BD53 UTL |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Blue |
| 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 UTL
What car is BD53 UTL?
BD53 UTL is a blue Ford Focus, petrol (1596cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of BD53 UTL?
The last recorded mileage for BD53 UTL was 81,793 miles, recorded on 27 Nov 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BD53 UTL passed its MOT?
BD53 UTL has had 11 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (11 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 27 Nov 2017.
Is BD53 UTL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BD53 UTL 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 UTL?
BD53 UTL is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.