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 316 Petrol 1796cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 112,871 miles on the clock, averaging 7,454 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for SM53 LNU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gaps in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 112,871 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 11,278 |
| Average per year | 7,454 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
Check SM53 LNU
- Write-off & insurance claims Experian
- Outstanding finance check Experian
- Stolen vehicle check Experian
- Ownership changes Experian
- Mileage discrepancy alerts
- Plate & colour change history
- Franchised dealer records
- Independent garage visits
- Service interval analysis
- Warranty work logged
Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record
Explore more about the Bmw 316
Thinking about buying this car? These resources will help you make an informed decision.
Vehicle Details
| Registration | SM53 LNU |
| Make | Bmw |
| Model | 316 |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1796cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SM — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
More SM53 L plates
Browse all SM53 L registrations from Edinburgh.
About SM53 LNU
What car is SM53 LNU?
SM53 LNU is an red Bmw 316, petrol (1796cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2003.
What is the mileage of SM53 LNU?
The last recorded mileage for SM53 LNU was 112,871 miles, recorded on 4 Nov 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SM53 LNU passed its MOT?
SM53 LNU has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 4 Nov 2016.
Is SM53 LNU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SM53 LNU 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 LNU?
SM53 LNU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.