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 Focus Petrol 1596cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 5 (69% pass rate). It has 69,753 miles on the clock, averaging 2,908 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for BL53 DLN
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 69,753 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 182 |
| Average per year | 2,908 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BL53 DLN |
| Make | Ford |
| Model | Focus |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1596cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BL — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About BL53 DLN
What car is BL53 DLN?
BL53 DLN is a black Ford Focus, petrol (1596cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of BL53 DLN?
The last recorded mileage for BL53 DLN was 69,753 miles, recorded on 18 Aug 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BL53 DLN passed its MOT?
BL53 DLN has had 16 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (11 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 18 Aug 2018.
Is BL53 DLN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BL53 DLN 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 BL53 DLN?
BL53 DLN is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.