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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 A-Class Diesel 1689cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 3 (87% pass rate). It has 80,925 miles on the clock, averaging 3,464 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for BP53 FVL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 80,925 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 690 |
| Average per year | 3,464 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BP53 FVL |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A-Class |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1689cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BP — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About BP53 FVL
What car is BP53 FVL?
BP53 FVL is a black Mercedes-Benz A-Class, diesel (1689cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of BP53 FVL?
The last recorded mileage for BP53 FVL was 80,925 miles, recorded on 22 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BP53 FVL passed its MOT?
BP53 FVL has had 23 MOT tests with an 87% pass rate (20 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 22 Oct 2025.
Is BP53 FVL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BP53 FVL 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 BP53 FVL?
BP53 FVL is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.