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 1398cc has had 25 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 7 (72% pass rate). It has 126,791 miles on the clock, averaging 5,547 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for NL53 UUB
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 126,791 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,499 |
| Average per year | 5,547 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 25 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | NL53 UUB |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Beetle |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1398cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NL — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About NL53 UUB
What car is NL53 UUB?
NL53 UUB is an blue Volkswagen Beetle, petrol (1398cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2003.
What is the mileage of NL53 UUB?
The last recorded mileage for NL53 UUB was 126,791 miles, recorded on 7 May 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NL53 UUB passed its MOT?
NL53 UUB has had 25 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (18 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 7 May 2025.
Is NL53 UUB ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NL53 UUB 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 NL53 UUB?
NL53 UUB is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.