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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 Volkswagen Beetle Diesel 1896cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 4 (81% pass rate). It has 116,478 miles on the clock, averaging 5,026 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for AP53 HBL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 116,478 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 266 |
| Average per year | 5,026 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | AP53 HBL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Beetle |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AP — Norwich, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About AP53 HBL
What car is AP53 HBL?
AP53 HBL is an blue Volkswagen Beetle, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Norwich in 2003.
What is the mileage of AP53 HBL?
The last recorded mileage for AP53 HBL was 116,478 miles, recorded on 31 Oct 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AP53 HBL passed its MOT?
AP53 HBL has had 21 MOT tests with an 81% pass rate (17 passes, 4 failures). It last was tested on 31 Oct 2024.
Is AP53 HBL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AP53 HBL 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 AP53 HBL?
AP53 HBL is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.