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 1598cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 2 (87% pass rate). It has 45,640 miles on the clock, averaging 3,338 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for BV53 VLG
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 45,640 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 3,338 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BV53 VLG |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A-Class |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1598cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BV — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About BV53 VLG
What car is BV53 VLG?
BV53 VLG is a silver Mercedes-Benz A-Class, petrol (1598cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of BV53 VLG?
The last recorded mileage for BV53 VLG was 45,640 miles, recorded on 31 Jul 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BV53 VLG passed its MOT?
BV53 VLG has had 15 MOT tests with an 87% pass rate (13 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 31 Jul 2018.
Is BV53 VLG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BV53 VLG 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 BV53 VLG?
BV53 VLG is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.