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 Diesel 1896cc has had 25 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 8 (68% pass rate). It has 171,226 miles on the clock, averaging 9,382 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for SL53 NEO
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 171,226 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 9,382 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 25 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SL53 NEO |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Beetle |
| Colour | Green |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SL — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About SL53 NEO
What car is SL53 NEO?
SL53 NEO is an green Volkswagen Beetle, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2003.
What is the mileage of SL53 NEO?
The last recorded mileage for SL53 NEO was 171,226 miles, recorded on 6 Jan 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SL53 NEO passed its MOT?
SL53 NEO has had 25 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (17 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 6 Jan 2023.
Is SL53 NEO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SL53 NEO is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is SL53 NEO?
SL53 NEO is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.