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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 24 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 5 (79% pass rate). It has 145,395 miles on the clock, averaging 6,090 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for FJ53 LWL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 145,395 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,255 |
| Average per year | 6,090 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | FJ53 LWL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Beetle |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FJ — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About FJ53 LWL
What car is FJ53 LWL?
FJ53 LWL is an silver Volkswagen Beetle, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of FJ53 LWL?
The last recorded mileage for FJ53 LWL was 145,395 miles, recorded on 14 Apr 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FJ53 LWL passed its MOT?
FJ53 LWL has had 24 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (19 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 14 Apr 2025.
Is FJ53 LWL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FJ53 LWL 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 FJ53 LWL?
FJ53 LWL is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.