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 Petrol 1984cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 7 (70% pass rate). It has 162,943 miles on the clock, averaging 8,038 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for HV53 GCY
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 162,943 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | -19,940 |
| Average per year | 8,038 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | HV53 GCY |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Beetle |
| Colour | Beige |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1984cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | HV — Portsmouth, Hampshire and Dorset |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About HV53 GCY
What car is HV53 GCY?
HV53 GCY is an beige Volkswagen Beetle, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Portsmouth in 2004.
What is the mileage of HV53 GCY?
The last recorded mileage for HV53 GCY was 162,943 miles, recorded on 16 Nov 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HV53 GCY passed its MOT?
HV53 GCY has had 23 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (16 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 16 Nov 2023.
Is HV53 GCY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HV53 GCY is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is HV53 GCY?
HV53 GCY is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.