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 27 MOT tests on record, passing 21 and failing 6 (78% pass rate). It has 132,155 miles on the clock, averaging 5,029 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for DY53 VEA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 132,155 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 784 |
| Average per year | 5,029 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 27 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | DY53 VEA |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Beetle |
| Colour | Black |
| 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 VEA
What car is DY53 VEA?
DY53 VEA is a black Volkswagen Beetle, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Shrewsbury in 2003.
What is the mileage of DY53 VEA?
The last recorded mileage for DY53 VEA was 132,155 miles, recorded on 2 Jun 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DY53 VEA passed its MOT?
DY53 VEA has had 27 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (21 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 2 Jun 2026.
Is DY53 VEA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DY53 VEA 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 VEA?
DY53 VEA is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.