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 1984cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 5 (76% pass rate). It has 102,299 miles on the clock, averaging 4,536 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for BL53 TZY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 102,299 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,526 |
| Average per year | 4,536 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BL53 TZY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Beetle |
| Colour | Beige |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1984cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BL — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About BL53 TZY
What car is BL53 TZY?
BL53 TZY is a beige Volkswagen Beetle, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of BL53 TZY?
The last recorded mileage for BL53 TZY was 102,299 miles, recorded on 21 May 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BL53 TZY passed its MOT?
BL53 TZY has had 21 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (16 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 21 May 2022.
Is BL53 TZY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BL53 TZY 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 BL53 TZY?
BL53 TZY is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.