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 8 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing once (88% pass rate). It has 132,204 miles on the clock, averaging 15,418 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 AO53 FUV
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 132,204 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 32 |
| Average per year | 15,418 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 8 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 FUV |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 FUV
What car is AO53 FUV?
AO53 FUV is an silver Audi A3, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Norwich in 2003.
What is the mileage of AO53 FUV?
The last recorded mileage for AO53 FUV was 132,204 miles, recorded on 15 Aug 2012 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AO53 FUV passed its MOT?
AO53 FUV has had 8 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (7 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 15 Aug 2012.
Is AO53 FUV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AO53 FUV 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 FUV?
AO53 FUV is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.