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 1595cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 3 (84% pass rate). It has 108,785 miles on the clock, averaging 4,540 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for CV53 DBU
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 108,785 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,353 |
| Average per year | 4,540 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | CV53 DBU |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1595cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | CV — Swansea, Cymru (Wales) |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About CV53 DBU
What car is CV53 DBU?
CV53 DBU is a red Audi A3, petrol (1595cc). First registered in Swansea in 2003.
What is the mileage of CV53 DBU?
The last recorded mileage for CV53 DBU was 108,785 miles, recorded on 26 Sep 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has CV53 DBU passed its MOT?
CV53 DBU has had 19 MOT tests with an 84% pass rate (16 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 26 Sep 2020.
Is CV53 DBU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, CV53 DBU 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 CV53 DBU?
CV53 DBU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.