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 25 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 7 (72% pass rate). It has 91,805 miles on the clock, averaging 3,634 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for DF53 PDO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 91,805 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 27 |
| Average per year | 3,634 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 25 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | DF53 PDO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Beetle |
| Colour | Beige |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1984cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DF — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About DF53 PDO
What car is DF53 PDO?
DF53 PDO is a beige Volkswagen Beetle, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Chester in 2003.
What is the mileage of DF53 PDO?
The last recorded mileage for DF53 PDO was 91,805 miles, recorded on 16 Nov 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DF53 PDO passed its MOT?
DF53 PDO has had 25 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (18 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 16 Nov 2023.
Is DF53 PDO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DF53 PDO 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 DF53 PDO?
DF53 PDO is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.