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 27 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 7 (74% pass rate). It has 59,194 miles on the clock, averaging 2,715 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for OY53 FME
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 59,194 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,773 |
| Average per year | 2,715 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 27 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | OY53 FME |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Beetle |
| Colour | Beige |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1596cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OY — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About OY53 FME
What car is OY53 FME?
OY53 FME is an beige Volkswagen Beetle, petrol (1596cc). First registered in Oxford in 2003.
What is the mileage of OY53 FME?
The last recorded mileage for OY53 FME was 59,194 miles, recorded on 13 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OY53 FME passed its MOT?
OY53 FME has had 27 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (20 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 13 Oct 2025.
Is OY53 FME ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OY53 FME 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 OY53 FME?
OY53 FME is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.