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 1596cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 5 (78% pass rate). It has 84,140 miles on the clock, averaging 3,921 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for BL52 YLW
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 84,140 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8 |
| Average per year | 3,921 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BL52 YLW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Beetle |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1596cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BL — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About BL52 YLW
What car is BL52 YLW?
BL52 YLW is a silver Volkswagen Beetle, petrol (1596cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of BL52 YLW?
The last recorded mileage for BL52 YLW was 84,140 miles, recorded on 11 Oct 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BL52 YLW passed its MOT?
BL52 YLW has had 23 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (18 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 11 Oct 2024.
Is BL52 YLW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BL52 YLW 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 BL52 YLW?
BL52 YLW is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.