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 2004 Volkswagen Beetle Diesel 1896cc has had 25 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 9 (64% pass rate). It has 133,260 miles on the clock, averaging 6,435 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for BP53 LUE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 133,260 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,602 |
| Average per year | 6,435 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 25 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BP53 LUE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Beetle |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BP — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About BP53 LUE
What car is BP53 LUE?
BP53 LUE is a blue Volkswagen Beetle, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2004.
What is the mileage of BP53 LUE?
The last recorded mileage for BP53 LUE was 133,260 miles, recorded on 13 Oct 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BP53 LUE passed its MOT?
BP53 LUE has had 25 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (16 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 13 Oct 2023.
Is BP53 LUE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BP53 LUE is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is BP53 LUE?
BP53 LUE is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.