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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 5 (64% pass rate). It has 152,590 miles on the clock, averaging 10,530 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for WR53 VZV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 152,590 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,925 |
| Average per year | 10,530 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | WR53 VZV |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Beetle |
| Colour | Green |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | WR — Bristol, West of England |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About WR53 VZV
What car is WR53 VZV?
WR53 VZV is a green Volkswagen Beetle, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Bristol in 2003.
What is the mileage of WR53 VZV?
The last recorded mileage for WR53 VZV was 152,590 miles, recorded on 28 Feb 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has WR53 VZV passed its MOT?
WR53 VZV has had 14 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (9 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 28 Feb 2017.
Is WR53 VZV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, WR53 VZV 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 WR53 VZV?
WR53 VZV is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.