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KG53 MDY

2003 Audi A3 · Diesel · 1968cc

Black Registered in Northampton, Luton and Northampton · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1968cc
ColourBlack
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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 6 (60% pass rate). It has 165,813 miles on the clock, averaging 11,638 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 KG53 MDY

MOT Status
Due date passed
165,813
Last Mileage
Recorded
15
Total Tests
Since 2006
60%
Pass Rate
9 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 15 tests on record
11,638

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
3

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading165,813 miles
Reading date
Miles last year49
Average per year11,638
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for KG53 MDY 33k66k99k133k166k '06'18'14

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Full MOT Test History 15 tests on record

PASS
Mileage165,813 miles
Since last MOT+49 miles
FAIL
Mileage165,764 miles
Since last MOT+16,412 miles
PASS
Mileage149,352 miles
Since last MOT+18,474 miles
PASS
Mileage130,878 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage130,877 miles
Since last MOT+8,806 miles
FAIL
Mileage122,071 miles
Since last MOT+9,152 miles
PASS
Mileage112,919 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage112,919 miles
Since last MOT+8,486 miles
PASS
Mileage104,433 miles
Since last MOT+9,501 miles
PASS
Mileage94,932 miles
Since last MOT+15,859 miles
FAIL
Mileage79,073 miles
Since last MOT+13,591 miles
PASS
Mileage65,482 miles
Since last MOT+8,825 miles
PASS
Mileage56,657 miles
Since last MOT+15,717 miles
PASS
Mileage40,940 miles
Since last MOT+7,965 miles
FAIL
Mileage32,975 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

RegistrationKG53 MDY
MakeAudi
ModelA3
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1968cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeKG — Northampton, Luton and Northampton
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About KG53 MDY

What car is KG53 MDY?

KG53 MDY is a black Audi A3, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Northampton in 2003.

What is the mileage of KG53 MDY?

The last recorded mileage for KG53 MDY was 165,813 miles, recorded on 2 Feb 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has KG53 MDY passed its MOT?

KG53 MDY has had 15 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (9 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 2 Feb 2018.

Is KG53 MDY ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, KG53 MDY 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 KG53 MDY?

KG53 MDY is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.