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 Diesel 1896cc has had 25 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 8 (68% pass rate). It has 196,670 miles on the clock, averaging 9,568 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for CK53 UBL
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 196,670 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 14 |
| Average per year | 9,568 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 25 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | CK53 UBL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Beetle |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CK — Cardiff, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About CK53 UBL
What car is CK53 UBL?
CK53 UBL is a blue Volkswagen Beetle, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Cardiff in 2003.
What is the mileage of CK53 UBL?
The last recorded mileage for CK53 UBL was 196,670 miles, recorded on 23 May 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CK53 UBL passed its MOT?
CK53 UBL has had 25 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (17 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 23 May 2023.
Is CK53 UBL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CK53 UBL is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is CK53 UBL?
CK53 UBL is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.