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 2004 Audi A3 Diesel 1968cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 3 (81% pass rate). It has 141,813 miles on the clock, averaging 7,097 miles per year, below 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 FM53 NSJ
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 141,813 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 16,441 |
| Average per year | 7,097 |
| 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 | FM53 NSJ |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FM — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About FM53 NSJ
What car is FM53 NSJ?
FM53 NSJ is an blue Audi A3, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2004.
What is the mileage of FM53 NSJ?
The last recorded mileage for FM53 NSJ was 141,813 miles, recorded on 24 Dec 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FM53 NSJ passed its MOT?
FM53 NSJ has had 16 MOT tests with an 81% pass rate (13 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 24 Dec 2021.
Is FM53 NSJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FM53 NSJ is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is FM53 NSJ?
FM53 NSJ is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.