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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 Mercedes-Benz E Diesel 2148cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 3 (84% pass rate). It has 179,554 miles on the clock, averaging 8,256 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for BM53 LRU
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 179,554 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,636 |
| Average per year | 8,256 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BM53 LRU |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | E |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 2148cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BM — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About BM53 LRU
What car is BM53 LRU?
BM53 LRU is a blue Mercedes-Benz E, diesel (2148cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of BM53 LRU?
The last recorded mileage for BM53 LRU was 179,554 miles, recorded on 24 Nov 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BM53 LRU passed its MOT?
BM53 LRU has had 19 MOT tests with an 84% pass rate (16 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 24 Nov 2022.
Is BM53 LRU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BM53 LRU 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 BM53 LRU?
BM53 LRU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.