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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 6 (73% pass rate). It has 158,454 miles on the clock, averaging 7,311 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for FL53 DHN
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 158,454 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,780 |
| Average per year | 7,311 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | FL53 DHN |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Beetle |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FL — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About FL53 DHN
What car is FL53 DHN?
FL53 DHN is an black Volkswagen Beetle, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of FL53 DHN?
The last recorded mileage for FL53 DHN was 158,454 miles, recorded on 14 Aug 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FL53 DHN passed its MOT?
FL53 DHN has had 22 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (16 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 14 Aug 2021.
Is FL53 DHN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FL53 DHN 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 FL53 DHN?
FL53 DHN is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.