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 2004 Mercedes-Benz A-Class Petrol 1598cc has had 17 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 6 (65% pass rate). It has 65,449 miles on the clock, averaging 3,388 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for BL53 VEX
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 65,449 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 3,388 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BL53 VEX |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A-Class |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BL — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About BL53 VEX
What car is BL53 VEX?
BL53 VEX is a silver Mercedes-Benz A-Class, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2004.
What is the mileage of BL53 VEX?
The last recorded mileage for BL53 VEX was 65,449 miles, recorded on 18 Jul 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BL53 VEX passed its MOT?
BL53 VEX has had 17 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (11 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 18 Jul 2020.
Is BL53 VEX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BL53 VEX is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2004, 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 VEX?
BL53 VEX is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.