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EX53 VKW

2003 Audi A3 · Petrol · 1984cc

Black Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1984cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 2 (80% pass rate). It has 113,121 miles on the clock, averaging 13,395 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 EX53 VKW

MOT Status
Due date passed
113,121
Last Mileage
Recorded
10
Total Tests
Since 2006
80%
Pass Rate
8 passed, 2 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 10 tests on record
13,395

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading113,121 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1
Average per year13,395
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for EX53 VKW 22k45k68k90k113k '06'13'10

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Full MOT Test History 10 tests on record

PASS
Mileage113,121 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage113,120 miles
Since last MOT+14,416 miles
PASS
Mileage98,704 miles
Since last MOT+13,866 miles
PASS
Mileage84,838 miles
Since last MOT+12,436 miles
PASS
Mileage72,402 miles
Since last MOT+11,880 miles
PASS
Mileage60,522 miles
Since last MOT+12,860 miles
PASS
Mileage47,662 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage47,662 miles
Since last MOT+11,616 miles
PASS
Mileage36,046 miles
Since last MOT+14,061 miles
PASS
Mileage21,985 miles

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🔧 Reported issues for this Audi A3

These are the most commonly reported problems on Audi A3 models (2003–2012), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

High Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) and Cam Follower (part 06D109309C)

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEX53 VKW
MakeAudi
ModelA3
ColourBlack
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1984cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeEX — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About EX53 VKW

What car is EX53 VKW?

EX53 VKW is an black Audi A3, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2003.

What is the mileage of EX53 VKW?

The last recorded mileage for EX53 VKW was 113,121 miles, recorded on 22 Jul 2013 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EX53 VKW passed its MOT?

EX53 VKW has had 10 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (8 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 22 Jul 2013.

Is EX53 VKW ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EX53 VKW 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 EX53 VKW?

EX53 VKW is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.