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 Diesel 1968cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 9 (61% pass rate). It has 163,219 miles on the clock, averaging 7,721 miles per year, around 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 LR53 AWY
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 163,219 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,519 |
| Average per year | 7,721 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Audi A3
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | LR53 AWY |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LR — Stanmore, London |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About LR53 AWY
What car is LR53 AWY?
LR53 AWY is an blue Audi A3, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2003.
What is the mileage of LR53 AWY?
The last recorded mileage for LR53 AWY was 163,219 miles, recorded on 14 Jan 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LR53 AWY passed its MOT?
LR53 AWY has had 23 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (14 passes, 9 failures). It last passed on 14 Jan 2020.
Is LR53 AWY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LR53 AWY 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 LR53 AWY?
LR53 AWY is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.