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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 46,247 miles on the clock, averaging 2,331 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for DE53 DRO
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 46,247 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 712 |
| Average per year | 2,331 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | DE53 DRO |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1595cc |
| 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 DRO
What car is DE53 DRO?
DE53 DRO is a grey Audi A3, petrol (1595cc). First registered in Chester in 2003.
What is the mileage of DE53 DRO?
The last recorded mileage for DE53 DRO was 46,247 miles, recorded on 29 Jun 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DE53 DRO passed its MOT?
DE53 DRO has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last was tested on 29 Jun 2021.
Is DE53 DRO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DE53 DRO 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 DE53 DRO?
DE53 DRO is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.