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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 159,951 miles on the clock, averaging 10,229 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 DU53 AEF
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 159,951 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 11,406 |
| Average per year | 10,229 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 | DU53 AEF |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1984cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DU — Shrewsbury, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About DU53 AEF
What car is DU53 AEF?
DU53 AEF is a blue Audi A3, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Shrewsbury in 2003.
What is the mileage of DU53 AEF?
The last recorded mileage for DU53 AEF was 159,951 miles, recorded on 26 Oct 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DU53 AEF passed its MOT?
DU53 AEF has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last was tested on 26 Oct 2018.
Is DU53 AEF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DU53 AEF 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 DU53 AEF?
DU53 AEF is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.