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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 6 (63% pass rate). It has 184,612 miles on the clock, averaging 9,466 miles per year, above 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 DXE
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 184,612 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8 |
| Average per year | 9,466 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 DXE |
| 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 DXE
What car is AD53 DXE?
AD53 DXE is an grey Audi A3, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2004.
What is the mileage of AD53 DXE?
The last recorded mileage for AD53 DXE was 184,612 miles, recorded on 30 Nov 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AD53 DXE passed its MOT?
AD53 DXE has had 16 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (10 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 30 Nov 2016.
Is AD53 DXE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AD53 DXE 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 DXE?
AD53 DXE is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.