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 6 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 78,243 miles on the clock, averaging 11,904 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for BV53 VWC
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 78,243 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 14,255 |
| Average per year | 11,904 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BV53 VWC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Beetle |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1984cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BV — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About BV53 VWC
What car is BV53 VWC?
BV53 VWC is a black Volkswagen Beetle, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of BV53 VWC?
The last recorded mileage for BV53 VWC was 78,243 miles, recorded on 12 Sep 2011 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BV53 VWC passed its MOT?
BV53 VWC has had 6 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (6 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 12 Sep 2011.
Is BV53 VWC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BV53 VWC 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 BV53 VWC?
BV53 VWC is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.