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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 6 (73% pass rate). It has 117,907 miles on the clock, averaging 7,011 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for DS53 OCY
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 117,907 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,011 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | DS53 OCY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Beetle |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DS — Shrewsbury, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About DS53 OCY
What car is DS53 OCY?
DS53 OCY is a blue Volkswagen Beetle, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Shrewsbury in 2003.
What is the mileage of DS53 OCY?
The last recorded mileage for DS53 OCY was 117,907 miles, recorded on 18 Jun 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DS53 OCY passed its MOT?
DS53 OCY has had 22 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (16 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 18 Jun 2020.
Is DS53 OCY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DS53 OCY 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 DS53 OCY?
DS53 OCY is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.