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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 4 (76% pass rate). It has 274,552 miles on the clock, averaging 13,210 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 BD53 GTZ
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 274,552 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,625 |
| Average per year | 13,210 |
| 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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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BD53 GTZ |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Yellow |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BD — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About BD53 GTZ
What car is BD53 GTZ?
BD53 GTZ is a yellow Audi A3, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of BD53 GTZ?
The last recorded mileage for BD53 GTZ was 274,552 miles, recorded on 30 Nov 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BD53 GTZ passed its MOT?
BD53 GTZ has had 17 MOT tests with a 76% pass rate (13 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 30 Nov 2019.
Is BD53 GTZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BD53 GTZ 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 BD53 GTZ?
BD53 GTZ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.