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 1896cc has had 28 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 11 (61% pass rate). It has 186,231 miles on the clock, averaging 7,449 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for DE53 CUK
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 186,231 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,031 |
| Average per year | 7,449 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 28 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | DE53 CUK |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DE — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About DE53 CUK
What car is DE53 CUK?
DE53 CUK is a silver Audi A3, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Chester in 2003.
What is the mileage of DE53 CUK?
The last recorded mileage for DE53 CUK was 186,231 miles, recorded on 20 Apr 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DE53 CUK passed its MOT?
DE53 CUK has had 28 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (17 passes, 11 failures). It last passed on 20 Apr 2026.
Is DE53 CUK ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DE53 CUK 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 DE53 CUK?
DE53 CUK is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.