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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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 7 (56% pass rate). It has 104,148 miles on the clock, averaging 6,125 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for BP53 LXA
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 104,148 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 6,125 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BP53 LXA |
| 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 LXA
What car is BP53 LXA?
BP53 LXA is a black Mercedes-Benz A-Class, diesel (1689cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of BP53 LXA?
The last recorded mileage for BP53 LXA was 104,148 miles, recorded on 14 Oct 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BP53 LXA passed its MOT?
BP53 LXA has had 16 MOT tests with a 56% pass rate (9 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 14 Oct 2016.
Is BP53 LXA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BP53 LXA 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 LXA?
BP53 LXA is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.