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 21 and failing 2 (91% pass rate). It has 155,389 miles on the clock, averaging 7,024 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for BW52 RKV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 155,389 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 853 |
| Average per year | 7,024 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BW52 RKV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Beetle |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1596cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BW — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 52 — September 2002 to February 2003 |
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About BW52 RKV
What car is BW52 RKV?
BW52 RKV is a red Volkswagen Beetle, petrol (1596cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of BW52 RKV?
The last recorded mileage for BW52 RKV was 155,389 miles, recorded on 22 May 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BW52 RKV passed its MOT?
BW52 RKV has had 23 MOT tests with an 91% pass rate (21 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 22 May 2026.
Is BW52 RKV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BW52 RKV 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 BW52 RKV?
BW52 RKV is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 52 means registered between 1 September 2002 and 28 February 2003.