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 2004 Audi A3 Petrol 1984cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 3 (77% pass rate). It has 137,039 miles on the clock, averaging 9,254 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 LW53 FTY
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 137,039 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,998 |
| Average per year | 9,254 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 | LW53 FTY |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1984cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LW — Sidcup, London |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About LW53 FTY
What car is LW53 FTY?
LW53 FTY is an silver Audi A3, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Sidcup in 2004.
What is the mileage of LW53 FTY?
The last recorded mileage for LW53 FTY was 137,039 miles, recorded on 13 Sep 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LW53 FTY passed its MOT?
LW53 FTY has had 13 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (10 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 13 Sep 2018.
Is LW53 FTY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LW53 FTY is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is LW53 FTY?
LW53 FTY is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.