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 2004 Audi A3 Diesel 1968cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 5 (74% pass rate). It has 172,936 miles on the clock, averaging 8,357 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TDI PD engine is known for oil pump drive shaft (hexagonal driver).
MOT & Mileage History for AD53 BMU
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 172,936 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,357 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Audi A3
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Oil pump drive shaft (hexagonal driver)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | AD53 BMU |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AD — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About AD53 BMU
What car is AD53 BMU?
AD53 BMU is an grey Audi A3, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2004.
What is the mileage of AD53 BMU?
The last recorded mileage for AD53 BMU was 172,936 miles, recorded on 12 Oct 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AD53 BMU passed its MOT?
AD53 BMU has had 19 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (14 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 12 Oct 2020.
Is AD53 BMU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AD53 BMU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is AD53 BMU?
AD53 BMU is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.