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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 5 (77% pass rate). It has 142,369 miles on the clock, averaging 4,619 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for DE53 DMU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 142,369 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | -137 |
| Average per year | 4,619 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | DE53 DMU |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Blue |
| 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 DMU
What car is DE53 DMU?
DE53 DMU is a blue Audi A3, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Chester in 2003.
What is the mileage of DE53 DMU?
The last recorded mileage for DE53 DMU was 142,369 miles, recorded on 7 Apr 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DE53 DMU passed its MOT?
DE53 DMU has had 22 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (17 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 7 Apr 2022.
Is DE53 DMU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DE53 DMU 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 DMU?
DE53 DMU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.