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 Diesel 1896cc has had 25 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 7 (72% pass rate). It has 162,439 miles on the clock, averaging 7,734 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for BD53 UPC
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 162,439 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,734 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BD53 UPC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Beetle |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BD — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About BD53 UPC
What car is BD53 UPC?
BD53 UPC is a grey Volkswagen Beetle, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of BD53 UPC?
The last recorded mileage for BD53 UPC was 162,439 miles, recorded on 12 Nov 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BD53 UPC passed its MOT?
BD53 UPC has had 25 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (18 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 12 Nov 2024.
Is BD53 UPC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BD53 UPC 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 BD53 UPC?
BD53 UPC is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.