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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 6 (74% pass rate). It has 157,224 miles on the clock, averaging 7,190 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for YS53 WVC
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 157,224 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,190 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 23 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | YS53 WVC |
| Make | Volkswagen |
| Model | Beetle |
| Colour | Yellow |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YS — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About YS53 WVC
What car is YS53 WVC?
YS53 WVC is a yellow Volkswagen Beetle, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2003.
What is the mileage of YS53 WVC?
The last recorded mileage for YS53 WVC was 157,224 miles, recorded on 24 Nov 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YS53 WVC passed its MOT?
YS53 WVC has had 23 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (17 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 24 Nov 2023.
Is YS53 WVC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YS53 WVC 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 YS53 WVC?
YS53 WVC is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.