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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 2 (85% pass rate). It has 124,503 miles on the clock, averaging 11,044 miles per year, above 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 DE53 DSO
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 124,503 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 11,044 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 | DE53 DSO |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1984cc |
| 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 DSO
What car is DE53 DSO?
DE53 DSO is a silver Audi A3, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Chester in 2003.
What is the mileage of DE53 DSO?
The last recorded mileage for DE53 DSO was 124,503 miles, recorded on 12 Dec 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DE53 DSO passed its MOT?
DE53 DSO has had 13 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (11 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 12 Dec 2015.
Is DE53 DSO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DE53 DSO 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 DSO?
DE53 DSO is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.