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 2004 Volkswagen Beetle Diesel 1896cc has had 28 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 10 (64% pass rate). It has 175,395 miles on the clock, averaging 7,326 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for DU53 CTO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 175,395 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,974 |
| Average per year | 7,326 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 28 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | DU53 CTO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Beetle |
| Colour | Yellow |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DU — Shrewsbury, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About DU53 CTO
What car is DU53 CTO?
DU53 CTO is a yellow Volkswagen Beetle, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Shrewsbury in 2004.
What is the mileage of DU53 CTO?
The last recorded mileage for DU53 CTO was 175,395 miles, recorded on 19 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DU53 CTO passed its MOT?
DU53 CTO has had 28 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (18 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 19 Jan 2026.
Is DU53 CTO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DU53 CTO is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is DU53 CTO?
DU53 CTO is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.