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 2012 Volkswagen Up Petrol 999cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 3 (79% pass rate). It has 89,356 miles on the clock, averaging 5,990 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for DW53 ART
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 89,356 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3 |
| Average per year | 5,990 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | DW53 ART |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Up |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 999cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DW — Shrewsbury, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About DW53 ART
What car is DW53 ART?
DW53 ART is a red Volkswagen Up, petrol (999cc). First registered in Shrewsbury in 2012.
What is the mileage of DW53 ART?
The last recorded mileage for DW53 ART was 89,356 miles, recorded on 19 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DW53 ART passed its MOT?
DW53 ART has had 14 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (11 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 19 Sep 2025.
Is DW53 ART ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DW53 ART is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is DW53 ART?
DW53 ART is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.