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 7 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing 2 (71% pass rate). It has 85,924 miles on the clock, averaging 6,188 miles per year, below 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 FD53 JPU
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 85,924 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,738 |
| Average per year | 6,188 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 7 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 | FD53 JPU |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1984cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FD — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About FD53 JPU
What car is FD53 JPU?
FD53 JPU is an grey Audi A3, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of FD53 JPU?
The last recorded mileage for FD53 JPU was 85,924 miles, recorded on 16 Oct 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FD53 JPU passed its MOT?
FD53 JPU has had 7 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (5 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 16 Oct 2014.
Is FD53 JPU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FD53 JPU 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 FD53 JPU?
FD53 JPU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.