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 X5 Diesel 2926cc has had 25 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 6 (76% pass rate). It has 173,139 miles on the clock, averaging 8,475 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for SN53 VPL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 173,139 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,391 |
| Average per year | 8,475 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 25 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SN53 VPL |
| Make | Bmw |
| Model | X5 |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 2926cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SN — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About SN53 VPL
What car is SN53 VPL?
SN53 VPL is an silver Bmw X5, diesel (2926cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2003.
What is the mileage of SN53 VPL?
The last recorded mileage for SN53 VPL was 173,139 miles, recorded on 18 Jan 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SN53 VPL passed its MOT?
SN53 VPL has had 25 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (19 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 18 Jan 2025.
Is SN53 VPL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SN53 VPL 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 SN53 VPL?
SN53 VPL is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.