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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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 4 (73% pass rate). It has 178,455 miles on the clock, averaging 15,397 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for YK53 VBL
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 178,455 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,115 |
| Average per year | 15,397 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | YK53 VBL |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz |
| Model | A-Class |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1689cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YK — Leeds, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About YK53 VBL
What car is YK53 VBL?
YK53 VBL is a silver Mercedes-Benz A-Class, diesel (1689cc). First registered in Leeds in 2003.
What is the mileage of YK53 VBL?
The last recorded mileage for YK53 VBL was 178,455 miles, recorded on 15 Sep 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YK53 VBL passed its MOT?
YK53 VBL has had 15 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (11 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 15 Sep 2016.
Is YK53 VBL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YK53 VBL 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 YK53 VBL?
YK53 VBL is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.