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 Petrol 1596cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 7 (65% pass rate). It has 157,330 miles on the clock, averaging 9,023 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for NG53 PHN
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 157,330 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 9,023 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | NG53 PHN |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Beetle |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1596cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NG — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About NG53 PHN
What car is NG53 PHN?
NG53 PHN is an black Volkswagen Beetle, petrol (1596cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2003.
What is the mileage of NG53 PHN?
The last recorded mileage for NG53 PHN was 157,330 miles, recorded on 17 Dec 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NG53 PHN passed its MOT?
NG53 PHN has had 20 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (13 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 17 Dec 2020.
Is NG53 PHN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NG53 PHN is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is NG53 PHN?
NG53 PHN is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.