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 Diesel 1689cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 3 (79% pass rate). It has 115,178 miles on the clock, averaging 9,423 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for BG53 WLE
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 115,178 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,400 |
| Average per year | 9,423 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BG53 WLE |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A-Class |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1689cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BG — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About BG53 WLE
What car is BG53 WLE?
BG53 WLE is a silver Mercedes-Benz A-Class, diesel (1689cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of BG53 WLE?
The last recorded mileage for BG53 WLE was 115,178 miles, recorded on 16 Jan 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BG53 WLE passed its MOT?
BG53 WLE has had 14 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (11 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 16 Jan 2017.
Is BG53 WLE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BG53 WLE 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 WLE?
BG53 WLE is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.