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 Petrol 1781cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 4 (80% pass rate). It has 162,599 miles on the clock, averaging 7,177 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for HV53 OPZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 162,599 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 20 |
| Average per year | 7,177 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | HV53 OPZ |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1781cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | HV — Portsmouth, Hampshire and Dorset |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About HV53 OPZ
What car is HV53 OPZ?
HV53 OPZ is an blue Audi A3, petrol (1781cc). First registered in Portsmouth in 2003.
What is the mileage of HV53 OPZ?
The last recorded mileage for HV53 OPZ was 162,599 miles, recorded on 18 Jul 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has HV53 OPZ passed its MOT?
HV53 OPZ has had 20 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (16 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 18 Jul 2023.
Is HV53 OPZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, HV53 OPZ is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is HV53 OPZ?
HV53 OPZ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.