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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 5 (71% pass rate). It has 196,407 miles on the clock, averaging 15,021 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 AX53 OVW
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 196,407 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 15,021 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 17 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 | AX53 OVW |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 OVW
What car is AX53 OVW?
AX53 OVW is an silver Audi A3, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Ipswich in 2004.
What is the mileage of AX53 OVW?
The last recorded mileage for AX53 OVW was 196,407 miles, recorded on 10 May 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AX53 OVW passed its MOT?
AX53 OVW has had 17 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (12 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 10 May 2017.
Is AX53 OVW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AX53 OVW 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 OVW?
AX53 OVW is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.