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 1595cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 3 (81% pass rate). It has 116,883 miles on the clock, averaging 7,477 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for SN53 TPU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
MOT failures recorded
Average miles/year
Gaps in MOT history
Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 116,883 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,886 |
| Average per year | 7,477 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
Check SN53 TPU
- Write-off & insurance claims Experian
- Outstanding finance check Experian
- Stolen vehicle check Experian
- Ownership changes Experian
- Mileage discrepancy alerts
- Plate & colour change history
- Franchised dealer records
- Independent garage visits
- Service interval analysis
- Warranty work logged
Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record
Explore more about the Volkswagen Beetle
Thinking about buying this car? These resources will help you make an informed decision.
Vehicle Details
| Registration | SN53 TPU |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Beetle |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1595cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SN — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
More SN53 T plates
Browse all SN53 T registrations from Edinburgh.
About SN53 TPU
What car is SN53 TPU?
SN53 TPU is an silver Volkswagen Beetle, petrol (1595cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2003.
What is the mileage of SN53 TPU?
The last recorded mileage for SN53 TPU was 116,883 miles, recorded on 10 Mar 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SN53 TPU passed its MOT?
SN53 TPU has had 16 MOT tests with an 81% pass rate (13 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 10 Mar 2019.
Is SN53 TPU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SN53 TPU 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 SN53 TPU?
SN53 TPU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.