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 Petrol 1596cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 7 (70% pass rate). It has 90,104 miles on the clock, averaging 3,341 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for EX53 DBY
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 90,104 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3 |
| Average per year | 3,341 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | EX53 DBY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Beetle |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1596cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EX — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About EX53 DBY
What car is EX53 DBY?
EX53 DBY is an silver Volkswagen Beetle, petrol (1596cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2003.
What is the mileage of EX53 DBY?
The last recorded mileage for EX53 DBY was 90,104 miles, recorded on 3 Sep 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EX53 DBY passed its MOT?
EX53 DBY has had 23 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (16 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 3 Sep 2025.
Is EX53 DBY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EX53 DBY is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is EX53 DBY?
EX53 DBY is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.