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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 C Diesel 2148cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 6 and failing 3 (67% pass rate). It has 173,301 miles on the clock, averaging 18,576 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for BV53 VLJ
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 173,301 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,172 |
| Average per year | 18,576 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BV53 VLJ |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | C |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 2148cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BV — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About BV53 VLJ
What car is BV53 VLJ?
BV53 VLJ is a blue Mercedes-Benz C, diesel (2148cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of BV53 VLJ?
The last recorded mileage for BV53 VLJ was 173,301 miles, recorded on 27 Nov 2012 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BV53 VLJ passed its MOT?
BV53 VLJ has had 9 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (6 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 27 Nov 2012.
Is BV53 VLJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BV53 VLJ 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 BV53 VLJ?
BV53 VLJ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.