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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 A-Class Diesel 1689cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing once (89% pass rate). It has 56,364 miles on the clock, averaging 4,245 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for OV53 HWR
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 56,364 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,412 |
| Average per year | 4,245 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | OV53 HWR |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A-Class |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1689cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OV — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About OV53 HWR
What car is OV53 HWR?
OV53 HWR is an blue Mercedes-Benz A-Class, diesel (1689cc). First registered in Oxford in 2003.
What is the mileage of OV53 HWR?
The last recorded mileage for OV53 HWR was 56,364 miles, recorded on 30 Jan 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OV53 HWR passed its MOT?
OV53 HWR has had 9 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (8 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 30 Jan 2015.
Is OV53 HWR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OV53 HWR 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 OV53 HWR?
OV53 HWR is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.