Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Audi A3 Diesel 1968cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 2 (83% pass rate). It has 89,495 miles on the clock, averaging 7,335 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 AO53 FDD
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 89,495 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,481 |
| Average per year | 7,335 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 | AO53 FDD |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AO — Norwich, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About AO53 FDD
What car is AO53 FDD?
AO53 FDD is an red Audi A3, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Norwich in 2003.
What is the mileage of AO53 FDD?
The last recorded mileage for AO53 FDD was 89,495 miles, recorded on 15 Mar 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AO53 FDD passed its MOT?
AO53 FDD has had 12 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (10 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 15 Mar 2017.
Is AO53 FDD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AO53 FDD 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 AO53 FDD?
AO53 FDD is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.