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 Ford Fiesta Petrol 1388cc has had 31 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 11 (65% pass rate). It has 120,110 miles on the clock, averaging 5,497 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 Duratec engine is known for sigma 1.4l duratec.
MOT & Mileage History for BG53 YLX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 120,110 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,413 |
| Average per year | 5,497 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 31 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BG53 YLX |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Fiesta |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1388cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BG — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About BG53 YLX
What car is BG53 YLX?
BG53 YLX is a blue Ford Fiesta, petrol (1388cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of BG53 YLX?
The last recorded mileage for BG53 YLX was 120,110 miles, recorded on 26 Jul 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BG53 YLX passed its MOT?
BG53 YLX has had 31 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (20 passes, 11 failures). It last passed on 26 Jul 2025.
Is BG53 YLX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BG53 YLX 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 YLX?
BG53 YLX is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.