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 30 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 11 (63% pass rate). It has 102,986 miles on the clock, averaging 4,702 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for BD53 VGR
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 102,986 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 4,702 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 30 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BD53 VGR |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Red |
| 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 VGR
What car is BD53 VGR?
BD53 VGR is a red Ford Focus, petrol (1596cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2004.
What is the mileage of BD53 VGR?
The last recorded mileage for BD53 VGR was 102,986 miles, recorded on 14 Mar 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BD53 VGR passed its MOT?
BD53 VGR has had 30 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (19 passes, 11 failures). It last passed on 14 Mar 2025.
Is BD53 VGR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BD53 VGR 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 VGR?
BD53 VGR is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.