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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 1834cc has had 28 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 11 (61% pass rate). It has 140,021 miles on the clock, averaging 7,015 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for BG53 GHY
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 140,021 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,015 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BG53 GHY |
| Make | Volvo |
| Model | S40 |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1834cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BG — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About BG53 GHY
What car is BG53 GHY?
BG53 GHY is a black Volvo S40, petrol (1834cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of BG53 GHY?
The last recorded mileage for BG53 GHY was 140,021 miles, recorded on 13 Oct 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BG53 GHY passed its MOT?
BG53 GHY has had 28 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (17 passes, 11 failures). It last passed on 13 Oct 2023.
Is BG53 GHY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BG53 GHY 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 GHY?
BG53 GHY is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.