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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 Petrol 1796cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 3 (85% pass rate). It has 152,920 miles on the clock, averaging 5,389 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for BV53 VRL
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 152,920 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,272 |
| Average per year | 5,389 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BV53 VRL |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | C |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1796cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BV — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About BV53 VRL
What car is BV53 VRL?
BV53 VRL is a black Mercedes-Benz C, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of BV53 VRL?
The last recorded mileage for BV53 VRL was 152,920 miles, recorded on 4 Apr 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BV53 VRL passed its MOT?
BV53 VRL has had 20 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (17 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 4 Apr 2023.
Is BV53 VRL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BV53 VRL 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 VRL?
BV53 VRL is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.