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 1968cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 2 (82% pass rate). It has 123,269 miles on the clock, averaging 9,522 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TDI PD engine is known for oil pump drive shaft (hexagonal driver).
MOT & Mileage History for EO53 JHZ
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 123,269 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,655 |
| Average per year | 9,522 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Audi A3
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Oil pump drive shaft (hexagonal driver)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | EO53 JHZ |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EO — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About EO53 JHZ
What car is EO53 JHZ?
EO53 JHZ is an grey Audi A3, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2003.
What is the mileage of EO53 JHZ?
The last recorded mileage for EO53 JHZ was 123,269 miles, recorded on 14 Oct 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EO53 JHZ passed its MOT?
EO53 JHZ has had 11 MOT tests with an 82% pass rate (9 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 14 Oct 2014.
Is EO53 JHZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EO53 JHZ 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 EO53 JHZ?
EO53 JHZ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.