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 27 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 11 (59% pass rate). It has 149,991 miles on the clock, averaging 5,431 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 HD53 KLE
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 149,991 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3,501 |
| Average per year | 5,431 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 27 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Audi A3
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | HD53 KLE |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | HD — Bournemouth, Hampshire and Dorset |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About HD53 KLE
What car is HD53 KLE?
HD53 KLE is an black Audi A3, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Bournemouth in 2004.
What is the mileage of HD53 KLE?
The last recorded mileage for HD53 KLE was 149,991 miles, recorded on 12 Apr 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HD53 KLE passed its MOT?
HD53 KLE has had 27 MOT tests with a 59% pass rate (16 passes, 11 failures). It last was tested on 12 Apr 2023.
Is HD53 KLE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HD53 KLE 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 HD53 KLE?
HD53 KLE is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.