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 17 and failing 10 (63% pass rate). It has 224,184 miles on the clock, averaging 11,361 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for FV53 UKL
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 224,184 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 11,361 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 27 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | FV53 UKL |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Beetle |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FV — Lincoln, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About FV53 UKL
What car is FV53 UKL?
FV53 UKL is an grey Volkswagen Beetle, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2003.
What is the mileage of FV53 UKL?
The last recorded mileage for FV53 UKL was 224,184 miles, recorded on 23 Nov 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FV53 UKL passed its MOT?
FV53 UKL has had 27 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (17 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 23 Nov 2023.
Is FV53 UKL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FV53 UKL 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 FV53 UKL?
FV53 UKL is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.