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 1596cc has had 27 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 10 (63% pass rate). It has 197,650 miles on the clock, averaging 9,812 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for PA03 BUG
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 197,650 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 32 |
| Average per year | 9,812 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 27 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | PA03 BUG |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Beetle |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1596cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PA — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 03 — March 2003 to August 2003 |
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About PA03 BUG
What car is PA03 BUG?
PA03 BUG is a blue Volkswagen Beetle, petrol (1596cc). First registered in Preston in 2004.
What is the mileage of PA03 BUG?
The last recorded mileage for PA03 BUG was 197,650 miles, recorded on 21 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PA03 BUG passed its MOT?
PA03 BUG has had 27 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (17 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 21 Oct 2025.
Is PA03 BUG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PA03 BUG 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 PA03 BUG?
PA03 BUG is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 03 means registered between 1 March 2003 and 31 August 2003.