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 1595cc has had 9 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 2 (78% pass rate). It has 153,995 miles on the clock, averaging 18,182 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for FD53 TBU
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 153,995 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 194 |
| Average per year | 18,182 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | FD53 TBU |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1595cc |
| 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 TBU
What car is FD53 TBU?
FD53 TBU is an black Audi A3, petrol (1595cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of FD53 TBU?
The last recorded mileage for FD53 TBU was 153,995 miles, recorded on 23 May 2013 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FD53 TBU passed its MOT?
FD53 TBU has had 9 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (7 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 23 May 2013.
Is FD53 TBU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FD53 TBU 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 TBU?
FD53 TBU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.