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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 25 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 7 (72% pass rate). It has 128,475 miles on the clock, averaging 382 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for DY53 FDP
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 128,475 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,213 |
| Average per year | 382 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 25 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | DY53 FDP |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Beetle |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DY — Shrewsbury, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About DY53 FDP
What car is DY53 FDP?
DY53 FDP is a blue Volkswagen Beetle, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Shrewsbury in 2003.
What is the mileage of DY53 FDP?
The last recorded mileage for DY53 FDP was 128,475 miles, recorded on 9 Nov 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DY53 FDP passed its MOT?
DY53 FDP has had 25 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (18 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 9 Nov 2025.
Is DY53 FDP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DY53 FDP 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 DY53 FDP?
DY53 FDP is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.