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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 7 (67% pass rate). It has 168,966 miles on the clock, averaging 9,948 miles per year, above 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 LR53 PVL
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 168,966 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5 |
| Average per year | 9,948 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 21 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 | LR53 PVL |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1984cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LR — Stanmore, London |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About LR53 PVL
What car is LR53 PVL?
LR53 PVL is an black Audi A3, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2003.
What is the mileage of LR53 PVL?
The last recorded mileage for LR53 PVL was 168,966 miles, recorded on 10 Aug 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LR53 PVL passed its MOT?
LR53 PVL has had 21 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (14 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 10 Aug 2020.
Is LR53 PVL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LR53 PVL 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 LR53 PVL?
LR53 PVL is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.