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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 7 (63% pass rate). It has 138,623 miles on the clock, averaging 8,055 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 AX53 HSF
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 138,623 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 90 |
| Average per year | 8,055 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Audi A3
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | AX53 HSF |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Yellow |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AX — Ipswich, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About AX53 HSF
What car is AX53 HSF?
AX53 HSF is an yellow Audi A3, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Ipswich in 2004.
What is the mileage of AX53 HSF?
The last recorded mileage for AX53 HSF was 138,623 miles, recorded on 3 Jul 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AX53 HSF passed its MOT?
AX53 HSF has had 19 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (12 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 3 Jul 2020.
Is AX53 HSF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AX53 HSF 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 AX53 HSF?
AX53 HSF is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.