The road tax status for HG53 LUB is recorded as available on IsItAGoodCar.

When is the MOT due for HG53 LUB?

The MOT for HG53 LUB is valid and due for renewal on or before 6 July 2025.

What is the recorded mileage of HG53 LUB?

The recorded mileage for HG53 LUB is 59,361 miles, recorded at its most recent DVSA MOT test.

Is HG53 LUB ULEZ compliant?

No, HG53 LUB does not meet standard ULEZ emissions requirements and would incur a daily charge when driven within the London Ultra Low Emission Zone.

Official DVLA Record

2003 Volkswagen Beetle 1.6L Petrol · HG53 LUB

HG53 LUB

2003 Volkswagen Beetle (1.6L, petrol). First registered 28/11/2003. Recorded mileage 59,361 miles. MOT status: Expired.

Make & Model: VOLKSWAGEN BEETLE
Year / Origin: 2003 · Bournemouth
Safety Recall: Unknown
MOT Status: Valid until 06/07/2025
Road Tax: —
Recorded Mileage: 59,361 mi
ULEZ Compliance: Check Required (Pre-Euro 4 Petrol)
Fuel & Engine: Petrol · 1.6L
Reliability Guide: Common Faults

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Valid until 06/07/2025

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Mileage: 59,361 mi
Fuel Type: Petrol
Year: 2003
Engine: 1596cc

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HG53 LUB Key Findings

26 MOT tests recorded
Latest MOT passed on 21/06/2024
59,361 miles recorded at latest MOT
7 historical MOT failures
1 defect noted at the latest MOT
Recurring tyres items (9 mentions)

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MOT Roadworthiness Analysis

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MOT Roadworthiness: Below Average

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✗ MOT Expired or Failed

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! Average MOT pass rate (60%)

! Older vehicle

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HG53 LUB Mileage History

29/11/20068,901 mi
27/11/200710,089 mi+1,188 mi
20/11/200810,982 mi+893 mi
20/11/200810,982 mi
17/11/200912,271 mi+1,289 mi
16/12/201013,155 mi+884 mi
17/12/201013,155 mi
05/01/201213,317 mi+162 mi
08/01/201314,340 mi+1,023 mi
16/01/201418,157 mi+3,817 mi
16/01/201525,125 mi+6,968 mi
16/01/201525,125 mi
12/01/201629,220 mi+4,095 mi
09/01/201733,514 mi+4,294 mi
11/01/201838,163 mi+4,649 mi
12/01/201838,163 mi
16/01/201942,353 mi+4,190 mi
15/01/202046,055 mi+3,702 mi
30/06/202047,009 mi+954 mi
08/07/202047,010 mi+1 mi
21/06/202149,838 mi+2,828 mi
28/06/202253,570 mi+3,732 mi
19/06/202356,412 mi+2,842 mi
19/06/202356,414 mi+2 mi
21/06/202459,361 mi+2,947 mi
21/06/202459,361 mi

Average of roughly 2,874 miles per year across 26 recorded odometer readings.

HG53 LUB MOT History

Vehicle record last updated: 2 Oct 2026, 17:09

MOT Analysis

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26 MOT tests are recorded for this 2003 Volkswagen Beetle (HG53 LUB) between November 2006 and June 2024.

The record contains 19 passes and 7 failures.

The most recent test on 21 June 2024 was a pass, although the earlier record includes 7 failures that buyers may want to investigate.

Across all tests, the most frequently flagged areas are: Tyres (9 issues), Lighting (8 issues), Suspension (7 issues), Windscreen (3 issues), Brakes (3 issues). Repeated mentions in one area can indicate an ongoing pattern worth checking in person.

In total 22 advisory notices are recorded. Advisories flag items that passed but may need attention before the next test; they are not evidence of how well the vehicle has been serviced.

Recorded failure items include: “Offside Front Track rod end ball joint dust cover excessively damaged or deteriorated so that it no longer prevents the ”; “Nearside Front Headlamp lens seriously defective Affecting beam image and intensity (4.1.1 (b) (ii))”; “Nearside Stop lamp(s) not working (4.3.1 (a) (ii))”.

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