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 Petrol 1984cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 3 (77% pass rate). It has 162,881 miles on the clock, averaging 10,794 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TFSI engine is known for high pressure fuel pump (hpfp) and cam follower (part 06d109309c).
MOT & Mileage History for BN53 HDU
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 162,881 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 10,794 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Audi A3
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High Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) and Cam Follower (part 06D109309C)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BN53 HDU |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1984cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BN — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About BN53 HDU
What car is BN53 HDU?
BN53 HDU is a silver Audi A3, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of BN53 HDU?
The last recorded mileage for BN53 HDU was 162,881 miles, recorded on 7 Nov 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BN53 HDU passed its MOT?
BN53 HDU has had 13 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (10 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 7 Nov 2016.
Is BN53 HDU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BN53 HDU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is BN53 HDU?
BN53 HDU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.