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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 8 (62% pass rate). It has 181,453 miles on the clock, averaging 7,272 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 FP53 UJZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 181,453 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 11,659 |
| Average per year | 7,272 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Audi A3
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | FP53 UJZ |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | FP — Nottingham, Forest and Fens |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About FP53 UJZ
What car is FP53 UJZ?
FP53 UJZ is an grey Audi A3, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Nottingham in 2003.
What is the mileage of FP53 UJZ?
The last recorded mileage for FP53 UJZ was 181,453 miles, recorded on 8 Oct 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has FP53 UJZ passed its MOT?
FP53 UJZ has had 21 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (13 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 8 Oct 2022.
Is FP53 UJZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, FP53 UJZ 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 FP53 UJZ?
FP53 UJZ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.