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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 5 (72% pass rate). It has 187,129 miles on the clock, averaging 11,999 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for DU53 JGV
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 187,129 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 23,169 |
| Average per year | 11,999 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | DU53 JGV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Beetle |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DU — Shrewsbury, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About DU53 JGV
What car is DU53 JGV?
DU53 JGV is a black Volkswagen Beetle, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Shrewsbury in 2003.
What is the mileage of DU53 JGV?
The last recorded mileage for DU53 JGV was 187,129 miles, recorded on 13 Aug 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DU53 JGV passed its MOT?
DU53 JGV has had 18 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (13 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 13 Aug 2018.
Is DU53 JGV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DU53 JGV 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 DU53 JGV?
DU53 JGV is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.