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 Land Rover Defender Diesel 2495cc has had 32 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 12 (63% pass rate). It has 142,552 miles on the clock, averaging 3,185 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for BG53 FTF
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 142,552 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 3,185 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 32 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BG53 FTF |
| Make | Land Rover |
| Model | Defender |
| Colour | Green |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 2495cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BG — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About BG53 FTF
What car is BG53 FTF?
BG53 FTF is a green Land Rover Defender, diesel (2495cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of BG53 FTF?
The last recorded mileage for BG53 FTF was 142,552 miles, recorded on 9 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BG53 FTF passed its MOT?
BG53 FTF has had 32 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (20 passes, 12 failures). It last passed on 9 Jul 2026.
Is BG53 FTF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BG53 FTF is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is BG53 FTF?
BG53 FTF is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.