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 Mazda Mx-5 Petrol 1839cc has had 27 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 11 (59% pass rate). It has 116,842 miles on the clock, averaging 5,541 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for BG53 OWU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 116,842 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10 |
| Average per year | 5,541 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 27 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BG53 OWU |
| Make | Mazda |
| Model | Mx-5 |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1839cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BG — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About BG53 OWU
What car is BG53 OWU?
BG53 OWU is a red Mazda Mx-5, petrol (1839cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of BG53 OWU?
The last recorded mileage for BG53 OWU was 116,842 miles, recorded on 4 Aug 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BG53 OWU passed its MOT?
BG53 OWU has had 27 MOT tests with a 59% pass rate (16 passes, 11 failures). It last passed on 4 Aug 2022.
Is BG53 OWU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BG53 OWU 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 OWU?
BG53 OWU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.