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 15 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 3 (80% pass rate). It has 121,600 miles on the clock, averaging 8,762 miles per year, around 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 VEM
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 121,600 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,762 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 15 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 VEM |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 VEM
What car is LR53 VEM?
LR53 VEM is an silver Audi A3, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2003.
What is the mileage of LR53 VEM?
The last recorded mileage for LR53 VEM was 121,600 miles, recorded on 9 Feb 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LR53 VEM passed its MOT?
LR53 VEM has had 15 MOT tests with an 80% pass rate (12 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 9 Feb 2018.
Is LR53 VEM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LR53 VEM 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 VEM?
LR53 VEM is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.