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 Mercedes-Benz A-Class Petrol 1397cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 5 (76% pass rate). It has 90,184 miles on the clock, averaging 5,433 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for BF53 JHL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 90,184 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,096 |
| Average per year | 5,433 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BF53 JHL |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A-Class |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1397cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BF — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About BF53 JHL
What car is BF53 JHL?
BF53 JHL is a silver Mercedes-Benz A-Class, petrol (1397cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of BF53 JHL?
The last recorded mileage for BF53 JHL was 90,184 miles, recorded on 9 Feb 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BF53 JHL passed its MOT?
BF53 JHL has had 21 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (16 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 9 Feb 2021.
Is BF53 JHL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BF53 JHL 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 BF53 JHL?
BF53 JHL is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.