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 2005 Volkswagen Beetle Diesel 1896cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 5 (74% pass rate). It has 163,150 miles on the clock, averaging 8,544 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for DX55 ETE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 163,150 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,544 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | DX55 ETE |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Beetle |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DX — Shrewsbury, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 55 — September 2005 to February 2006 |
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About DX55 ETE
What car is DX55 ETE?
DX55 ETE is a black Volkswagen Beetle, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Shrewsbury in 2005.
What is the mileage of DX55 ETE?
The last recorded mileage for DX55 ETE was 163,150 miles, recorded on 18 Apr 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DX55 ETE passed its MOT?
DX55 ETE has had 19 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (14 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 18 Apr 2023.
Is DX55 ETE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DX55 ETE is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2005, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is DX55 ETE?
DX55 ETE is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 55 means registered between 1 September 2005 and 28 February 2006.