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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 S40 Diesel 1870cc has had 24 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 10 (58% pass rate). It has 173,877 miles on the clock, averaging 9,334 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for BL53 OTJ
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 173,877 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,114 |
| Average per year | 9,334 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BL53 OTJ |
| Make | Volvo |
| Model | S40 |
| Colour | Green |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1870cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BL — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About BL53 OTJ
What car is BL53 OTJ?
BL53 OTJ is a green Volvo S40, diesel (1870cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of BL53 OTJ?
The last recorded mileage for BL53 OTJ was 173,877 miles, recorded on 8 Mar 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BL53 OTJ passed its MOT?
BL53 OTJ has had 24 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (14 passes, 10 failures). It last was tested on 8 Mar 2021.
Is BL53 OTJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BL53 OTJ 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 OTJ?
BL53 OTJ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.