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 Volkswagen Beetle Petrol 1781cc has had 3 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 39,325 miles on the clock, averaging 11,726 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for AY53 LYA
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 39,325 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,959 |
| Average per year | 11,726 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 3 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | AY53 LYA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Beetle |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1781cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AY — Ipswich, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About AY53 LYA
What car is AY53 LYA?
AY53 LYA is an red Volkswagen Beetle, petrol (1781cc). First registered in Ipswich in 2003.
What is the mileage of AY53 LYA?
The last recorded mileage for AY53 LYA was 39,325 miles, recorded on 20 Aug 2008 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AY53 LYA passed its MOT?
AY53 LYA has had 3 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (3 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 20 Aug 2008.
Is AY53 LYA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AY53 LYA 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 AY53 LYA?
AY53 LYA is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.