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 2004 Ford Focus Petrol 1596cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 3 (79% pass rate). It has 132,408 miles on the clock, averaging 9,223 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for BD53 VBC
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 132,408 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5 |
| Average per year | 9,223 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BD53 VBC |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1596cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BD — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About BD53 VBC
What car is BD53 VBC?
BD53 VBC is a blue Ford Focus, petrol (1596cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2004.
What is the mileage of BD53 VBC?
The last recorded mileage for BD53 VBC was 132,408 miles, recorded on 13 Mar 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BD53 VBC passed its MOT?
BD53 VBC has had 14 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (11 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 13 Mar 2018.
Is BD53 VBC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BD53 VBC is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2004, 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 VBC?
BD53 VBC is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.