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 1984cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 5 (72% pass rate). It has 108,478 miles on the clock, averaging 6,703 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TFSI engine is known for high pressure fuel pump (hpfp) and cam follower (part 06d109309c).
MOT & Mileage History for LC53 SZE
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 108,478 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,703 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Audi A3
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High Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) and Cam Follower (part 06D109309C)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | LC53 SZE |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1984cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LC — Wimbledon, London |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About LC53 SZE
What car is LC53 SZE?
LC53 SZE is an black Audi A3, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Wimbledon in 2003.
What is the mileage of LC53 SZE?
The last recorded mileage for LC53 SZE was 108,478 miles, recorded on 17 Nov 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LC53 SZE passed its MOT?
LC53 SZE has had 18 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (13 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 17 Nov 2018.
Is LC53 SZE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LC53 SZE 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 LC53 SZE?
LC53 SZE is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.