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 2004 Volkswagen Bora Diesel 1896cc has had 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 157,768 miles on the clock, averaging 11,283 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for FT53 BDU
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 157,768 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,011 |
| Average per year | 11,283 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | FT53 BDU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Bora |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FT — Lincoln, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About FT53 BDU
What car is FT53 BDU?
FT53 BDU is an blue Volkswagen Bora, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2004.
What is the mileage of FT53 BDU?
The last recorded mileage for FT53 BDU was 157,768 miles, recorded on 17 Jul 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FT53 BDU passed its MOT?
FT53 BDU has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 17 Jul 2017.
Is FT53 BDU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FT53 BDU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is FT53 BDU?
FT53 BDU is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.