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 Audi A3 Diesel 1968cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 172,990 miles on the clock, averaging 8,347 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 AK53 NGE
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 172,990 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,347 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | AK53 NGE |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AK — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About AK53 NGE
What car is AK53 NGE?
AK53 NGE is an silver Audi A3, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2003.
What is the mileage of AK53 NGE?
The last recorded mileage for AK53 NGE was 172,990 miles, recorded on 5 Oct 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AK53 NGE passed its MOT?
AK53 NGE has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 5 Oct 2017.
Is AK53 NGE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AK53 NGE 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 AK53 NGE?
AK53 NGE is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.