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 1984cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 2 (85% pass rate). It has 142,265 miles on the clock, averaging 5,955 miles per year, below 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 DXP
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 142,265 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2 |
| Average per year | 5,955 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 DXP |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1984cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AD — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About AD53 DXP
What car is AD53 DXP?
AD53 DXP is an silver Audi A3, diesel (1984cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2004.
What is the mileage of AD53 DXP?
The last recorded mileage for AD53 DXP was 142,265 miles, recorded on 4 May 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AD53 DXP passed its MOT?
AD53 DXP has had 13 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (11 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 4 May 2018.
Is AD53 DXP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AD53 DXP 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 DXP?
AD53 DXP is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.