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FX53 PXY

2003 Audi A3 · Diesel · 1968cc

Silver Registered in Lincoln, Forest and Fens · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1968cc
ColourSilver
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 4 MOT tests on record, passing 3 and failing once (75% pass rate). It has 79,897 miles on the clock, averaging 15,166 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 FX53 PXY

MOT Status
Due date passed
79,897
Last Mileage
Recorded
4
Total Tests
Since 2006
75%
Pass Rate
3 passed, 1 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 4 tests on record
15,166

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading79,897 miles
Reading date
Average per year15,166
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for FX53 PXY 49k56k64k72k80k '06'08'08

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Full MOT Test History 4 tests on record

PASS
Mileage79,897 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage79,897 miles
Since last MOT+22,717 miles
PASS
Mileage57,180 miles
Since last MOT+8,632 miles
PASS
Mileage48,548 miles

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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

RegistrationFX53 PXY
MakeAudi
ModelA3
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1968cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeFX — Lincoln, Forest and Fens
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About FX53 PXY

What car is FX53 PXY?

FX53 PXY is an silver Audi A3, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Lincoln in 2003.

What is the mileage of FX53 PXY?

The last recorded mileage for FX53 PXY was 79,897 miles, recorded on 15 Sep 2008 during its most recent MOT test.

Has FX53 PXY passed its MOT?

FX53 PXY has had 4 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (3 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 15 Sep 2008.

Is FX53 PXY ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, FX53 PXY 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 FX53 PXY?

FX53 PXY is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.