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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 Mercedes-Benz A-Class Diesel 1689cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 178,870 miles on the clock, averaging 11,056 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for BL53 BCU
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 178,870 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,994 |
| Average per year | 11,056 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BL53 BCU |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A-Class |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1689cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BL — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About BL53 BCU
What car is BL53 BCU?
BL53 BCU is a silver Mercedes-Benz A-Class, diesel (1689cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of BL53 BCU?
The last recorded mileage for BL53 BCU was 178,870 miles, recorded on 21 Jan 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BL53 BCU passed its MOT?
BL53 BCU has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last was tested on 21 Jan 2019.
Is BL53 BCU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BL53 BCU 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 BL53 BCU?
BL53 BCU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.