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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 Volvo S40 Petrol 1948cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 4 (78% pass rate). It has 165,809 miles on the clock, averaging 7,340 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for BG53 GHU
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 165,809 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 11,179 |
| Average per year | 7,340 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BG53 GHU |
| Make | Volvo |
| Model | S40 |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1948cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BG — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About BG53 GHU
What car is BG53 GHU?
BG53 GHU is a grey Volvo S40, petrol (1948cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of BG53 GHU?
The last recorded mileage for BG53 GHU was 165,809 miles, recorded on 15 Nov 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BG53 GHU passed its MOT?
BG53 GHU has had 18 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (14 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 15 Nov 2019.
Is BG53 GHU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BG53 GHU 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 BG53 GHU?
BG53 GHU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.