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 1984cc has had 22 MOT tests on record, passing 20 and failing 2 (91% pass rate). It has 91,657 miles on the clock, averaging 3,480 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for RF53 KOU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 91,657 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,882 |
| Average per year | 3,480 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RF53 KOU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Beetle |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1984cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RF — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About RF53 KOU
What car is RF53 KOU?
RF53 KOU is an black Volkswagen Beetle, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Reading in 2003.
What is the mileage of RF53 KOU?
The last recorded mileage for RF53 KOU was 91,657 miles, recorded on 29 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RF53 KOU passed its MOT?
RF53 KOU has had 22 MOT tests with an 91% pass rate (20 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 29 Oct 2025.
Is RF53 KOU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RF53 KOU 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 RF53 KOU?
RF53 KOU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.