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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 177,012 miles on the clock, averaging 13,850 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for BP53 LXB
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 177,012 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,645 |
| Average per year | 13,850 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BP53 LXB |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A-Class |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1397cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BP — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About BP53 LXB
What car is BP53 LXB?
BP53 LXB is a black Mercedes-Benz A-Class, petrol (1397cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of BP53 LXB?
The last recorded mileage for BP53 LXB was 177,012 miles, recorded on 16 Aug 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BP53 LXB passed its MOT?
BP53 LXB has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 16 Aug 2017.
Is BP53 LXB ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BP53 LXB 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 BP53 LXB?
BP53 LXB is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.