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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 Volvo V40 Petrol 1783cc has had 27 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 9 (67% pass rate). It has 174,582 miles on the clock, averaging 6,846 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for BL53 OTC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 174,582 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,255 |
| Average per year | 6,846 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 27 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BL53 OTC |
| Make | Volvo |
| Model | V40 |
| Colour | Green |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1783cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BL — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About BL53 OTC
What car is BL53 OTC?
BL53 OTC is a green Volvo V40, petrol (1783cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of BL53 OTC?
The last recorded mileage for BL53 OTC was 174,582 miles, recorded on 6 Jul 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BL53 OTC passed its MOT?
BL53 OTC has had 27 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (18 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 6 Jul 2026.
Is BL53 OTC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BL53 OTC 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 OTC?
BL53 OTC is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.