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 M3 Petrol 3246cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing once (94% pass rate). It has 46,839 miles on the clock, averaging 1,345 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for SM53 FCX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 46,839 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 511 |
| Average per year | 1,345 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SM53 FCX |
| Make | Bmw |
| Model | M3 |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 3246cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About SM53 FCX
What car is SM53 FCX?
SM53 FCX is an blue Bmw M3, petrol (3246cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2003.
What is the mileage of SM53 FCX?
The last recorded mileage for SM53 FCX was 46,839 miles, recorded on 22 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM53 FCX passed its MOT?
SM53 FCX has had 16 MOT tests with an 94% pass rate (15 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 22 Nov 2025.
Is SM53 FCX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM53 FCX 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 SM53 FCX?
SM53 FCX is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.