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 16 MOT tests on record, passing every one. It has 138,216 miles on the clock, averaging 7,359 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for CV53 VHW
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 138,216 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,850 |
| Average per year | 7,359 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | CV53 VHW |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Beetle |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CV — Swansea, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About CV53 VHW
What car is CV53 VHW?
CV53 VHW is a blue Volkswagen Beetle, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Swansea in 2003.
What is the mileage of CV53 VHW?
The last recorded mileage for CV53 VHW was 138,216 miles, recorded on 4 Apr 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CV53 VHW passed its MOT?
CV53 VHW has had 16 MOT tests with an 100% pass rate (16 passes, 0 failures). It last passed on 4 Apr 2022.
Is CV53 VHW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CV53 VHW 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 CV53 VHW?
CV53 VHW is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.