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 10 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing 3 (70% pass rate). It has 124,559 miles on the clock, averaging 10,166 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 LS53 VSZ
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 124,559 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2 |
| Average per year | 10,166 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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 | LS53 VSZ |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1984cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LS — Stanmore, London |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About LS53 VSZ
What car is LS53 VSZ?
LS53 VSZ is an grey Audi A3, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Stanmore in 2003.
What is the mileage of LS53 VSZ?
The last recorded mileage for LS53 VSZ was 124,559 miles, recorded on 7 Nov 2013 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LS53 VSZ passed its MOT?
LS53 VSZ has had 10 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (7 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 7 Nov 2013.
Is LS53 VSZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LS53 VSZ 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 VSZ?
LS53 VSZ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.