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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing once (90% pass rate). It has 49,993 miles on the clock, averaging 4,469 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for BD53 VJM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 49,993 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,693 |
| Average per year | 4,469 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BD53 VJM |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Green |
| 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 VJM
What car is BD53 VJM?
BD53 VJM is a green Ford Focus, petrol (1596cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of BD53 VJM?
The last recorded mileage for BD53 VJM was 49,993 miles, recorded on 10 Jan 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BD53 VJM passed its MOT?
BD53 VJM has had 10 MOT tests with an 90% pass rate (9 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 10 Jan 2015.
Is BD53 VJM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BD53 VJM 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 VJM?
BD53 VJM is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.