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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 114,700 miles on the clock, averaging 7,672 miles per year, around 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 VAM
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 114,700 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 283 |
| Average per year | 7,672 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | FL53 VAM |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Grey |
| 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 VAM
What car is FL53 VAM?
FL53 VAM is an grey Audi A3, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of FL53 VAM?
The last recorded mileage for FL53 VAM was 114,700 miles, recorded on 29 Apr 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FL53 VAM passed its MOT?
FL53 VAM has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 29 Apr 2017.
Is FL53 VAM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FL53 VAM 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 VAM?
FL53 VAM is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.