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 Diesel 1689cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 5 (72% pass rate). It has 165,000 miles on the clock, averaging 11,119 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for FL53 VHY
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 165,000 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 20,587 |
| Average per year | 11,119 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | FL53 VHY |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A-Class |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1689cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FL — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About FL53 VHY
What car is FL53 VHY?
FL53 VHY is an silver Mercedes-Benz A-Class, diesel (1689cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of FL53 VHY?
The last recorded mileage for FL53 VHY was 165,000 miles, recorded on 23 Nov 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FL53 VHY passed its MOT?
FL53 VHY has had 18 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (13 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 23 Nov 2018.
Is FL53 VHY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FL53 VHY 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 FL53 VHY?
FL53 VHY is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.