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 2004 Volkswagen Beetle Diesel 1896cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 5 (75% pass rate). It has 180,595 miles on the clock, averaging 8,843 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for FX53 VFR
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 180,595 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,209 |
| Average per year | 8,843 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | FX53 VFR |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Beetle |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FX — Lincoln, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About FX53 VFR
What car is FX53 VFR?
FX53 VFR is an blue Volkswagen Beetle, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2004.
What is the mileage of FX53 VFR?
The last recorded mileage for FX53 VFR was 180,595 miles, recorded on 3 Aug 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FX53 VFR passed its MOT?
FX53 VFR has had 20 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (15 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 3 Aug 2021.
Is FX53 VFR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FX53 VFR is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is FX53 VFR?
FX53 VFR is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.