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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 2 (90% pass rate). It has 98,683 miles on the clock, averaging 4,020 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for FA54 VRL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 98,683 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,497 |
| Average per year | 4,020 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | FA54 VRL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Beetle |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2005 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FA — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 54 — September 2004 to February 2005 |
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About FA54 VRL
What car is FA54 VRL?
FA54 VRL is an black Volkswagen Beetle, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2005.
What is the mileage of FA54 VRL?
The last recorded mileage for FA54 VRL was 98,683 miles, recorded on 3 Dec 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FA54 VRL passed its MOT?
FA54 VRL has had 21 MOT tests with an 90% pass rate (19 passes, 2 failures). It last was tested on 3 Dec 2025.
Is FA54 VRL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FA54 VRL 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 FA54 VRL?
FA54 VRL is approximately 21 years old. Age identifier 54 means registered between 1 September 2004 and 28 February 2005.