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 Mercedes-Benz A-Class Petrol 1397cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 85,305 miles on the clock, averaging 6,538 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for BL53 YTB
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 85,305 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | -2,828 |
| Average per year | 6,538 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BL53 YTB |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A-Class |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1397cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BL — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About BL53 YTB
What car is BL53 YTB?
BL53 YTB is a grey Mercedes-Benz A-Class, petrol (1397cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of BL53 YTB?
The last recorded mileage for BL53 YTB was 85,305 miles, recorded on 29 Mar 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BL53 YTB passed its MOT?
BL53 YTB has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 29 Mar 2017.
Is BL53 YTB ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BL53 YTB 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 YTB?
BL53 YTB is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.