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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 2 (87% pass rate). It has 229,440 miles on the clock, averaging 16,522 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 FL53 TYA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 229,440 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 24,244 |
| Average per year | 16,522 |
| 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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Vehicle Details
| Registration | FL53 TYA |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FL — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About FL53 TYA
What car is FL53 TYA?
FL53 TYA is an blue Audi A3, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of FL53 TYA?
The last recorded mileage for FL53 TYA was 229,440 miles, recorded on 14 Jun 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FL53 TYA passed its MOT?
FL53 TYA has had 15 MOT tests with an 87% pass rate (13 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 14 Jun 2018.
Is FL53 TYA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FL53 TYA 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 FL53 TYA?
FL53 TYA is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.