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 Bmw X5 Diesel 2926cc has had 22 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 5 (77% pass rate). It has 212,942 miles on the clock, averaging 8,556 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for ET53 BUO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 212,942 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,315 |
| Average per year | 8,556 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | ET53 BUO |
| Make | Bmw |
| Model | X5 |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 2926cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | ET — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About ET53 BUO
What car is ET53 BUO?
ET53 BUO is an silver Bmw X5, diesel (2926cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2003.
What is the mileage of ET53 BUO?
The last recorded mileage for ET53 BUO was 212,942 miles, recorded on 14 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has ET53 BUO passed its MOT?
ET53 BUO has had 22 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (17 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 14 Feb 2026.
Is ET53 BUO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, ET53 BUO 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 ET53 BUO?
ET53 BUO is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.