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LS53 MTV

2003 Audi A3 · Petrol · 1984cc

Grey Registered in Stanmore, London · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
FuelPetrol
Engine1984cc
ColourGrey
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantPetrol pre-2006
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 Petrol 1984cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 6 (63% pass rate). It has 143,862 miles on the clock, averaging 8,657 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 LS53 MTV

MOT Status
Due date passed
143,862
Last Mileage
Recorded
16
Total Tests
Since 2006
63%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 6 failed

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

6

MOT failures recorded

Out of 16 tests on record
8,657

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

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

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading143,862 miles
Reading date
Miles last year4,888
Average per year8,657
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for LS53 MTV 47k71k95k120k144k '06'18'15

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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record

PASS
Mileage143,862 miles
Since last MOT+4,888 miles
PASS
Mileage138,974 miles
Since last MOT+106 miles
FAIL
Mileage138,868 miles
Since last MOT+4,567 miles
PASS
Mileage134,301 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage134,300 miles
Since last MOT+3 miles
FAIL
Mileage134,297 miles
Since last MOT+13,458 miles
PASS
Mileage120,839 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage120,839 miles
Since last MOT+11,967 miles
PASS
Mileage108,872 miles
Since last MOT+7,747 miles
PASS
Mileage101,125 miles
Since last MOT+18,623 miles
PASS
Mileage82,502 miles
Since last MOT+12,172 miles
PASS
Mileage70,330 miles
FAIL
Mileage77,565 miles
Since last MOT+13,240 miles
FAIL
Mileage64,325 miles
Since last MOT+8,222 miles
PASS
Mileage56,103 miles
Since last MOT+9,396 miles
PASS
Mileage46,707 miles

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🔧 Reported issues for this Audi A3

These are the most commonly reported problems on Audi A3 models (2003–2012), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

High Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) and Cam Follower (part 06D109309C)

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationLS53 MTV
MakeAudi
ModelA3
ColourGrey
Fuel typePetrol
Engine1984cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeLS — Stanmore, London
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

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About LS53 MTV

What car is LS53 MTV?

LS53 MTV is an grey Audi A3, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2003.

What is the mileage of LS53 MTV?

The last recorded mileage for LS53 MTV was 143,862 miles, recorded on 16 Jan 2018 during its most recent MOT test.

Has LS53 MTV passed its MOT?

LS53 MTV has had 16 MOT tests with a 63% pass rate (10 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 16 Jan 2018.

Is LS53 MTV ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, LS53 MTV 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 LS53 MTV?

LS53 MTV is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.