The road tax status for BW53 YLB is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for BW53 YLB?

The MOT for BW53 YLB is valid and due for renewal on or before 10 March 2025.

What is the recorded mileage of BW53 YLB?

The recorded mileage for BW53 YLB is 121,356 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is BW53 YLB ULEZ compliant?

No, BW53 YLB does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

2004 Mercedes-Benz A-Class 1.6L Petrol · BW53 YLB

BW53 YLB

2004 Mercedes-Benz A-Class (1.6L, petrol). First registered 26/02/2004. Recorded mileage 121,356 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model: MERCEDES-BENZ A-CLASS
Year / Origin: 2004 · Birmingham
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 10/03/2025
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 121,356 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 1.6L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Valid until 10/03/2025

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Mileage: 121,356 mi
Fuel Type: Petrol
Year: 2004
Engine: 1598cc

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BW53 YLB Key Findings

24 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 11/03/2024
121,356 miles recorded at latest MOT
6 historical MOT failures
9 defects noted at the latest MOT
Recurring brakes items (34 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed

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! Average MOT pass rate (60%)

! Older vehicle

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BW53 YLB Mileage History

21/02/20075,252 mi
25/02/20086,132 mi+880 mi
13/02/20097,639 mi+1,507 mi
18/02/201010,899 mi+3,260 mi
24/02/201123,216 mi+12,317 mi
21/02/201230,793 mi+7,577 mi
21/02/201334,999 mi+4,206 mi
27/02/201442,423 mi+7,424 mi
11/02/201547,303 mi+4,880 mi
24/02/201654,731 mi+7,428 mi
17/02/201761,663 mi+6,932 mi
27/02/201869,193 mi+7,530 mi
15/02/201975,899 mi+6,706 mi
18/02/201975,899 mi
28/02/202081,370 mi+5,471 mi
28/02/202081,370 mi
26/02/202184,424 mi+3,054 mi
26/02/202184,424 mi
28/02/2023107,145 mi+22,721 mi
11/03/2023107,400 mi+255 mi
11/03/2024121,349 mi+13,949 mi
11/03/2024121,356 mi+7 mi

Average of roughly 6,809 miles per year across 22 recorded odometer readings.

BW53 YLB MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 6 Oct 2026, 13:53

MOT Analysis

Interpretation generated from the recorded test data above — not an official DVSA statement and not a substitute for an independent inspection.

24 MOT tests are recorded for this 2004 Mercedes-Benz A-Class (BW53 YLB) between February 2007 and March 2024.

The record contains 18 passes and 6 failures.

The most recent test on 11 March 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 6 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Brakes (34 issues), Lighting (16 issues), Suspension (12 issues), Tyres (7 issues), Exhaust & Emissions (4 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 64 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Rear Tyre tread depth below requirements of 1.6mm (5.2.3 (e))”; “Offside Track rod end ball joint has excessive play (2.1.3 (b) (i))”; “Parking brake efficiency below requirements (1.4.2 (a) (i))”.

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