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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 2 (88% pass rate). It has 138,219 miles on the clock, averaging 8,506 miles per year, around 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 CP53 LOU
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 138,219 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,506 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | CP53 LOU |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1984cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CP — Swansea, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About CP53 LOU
What car is CP53 LOU?
CP53 LOU is a black Audi A3, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Swansea in 2003.
What is the mileage of CP53 LOU?
The last recorded mileage for CP53 LOU was 138,219 miles, recorded on 16 Oct 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CP53 LOU passed its MOT?
CP53 LOU has had 16 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (14 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 16 Oct 2019.
Is CP53 LOU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CP53 LOU 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 CP53 LOU?
CP53 LOU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.