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 Diesel 1896cc has had 21 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 8 (62% pass rate). It has 160,342 miles on the clock, averaging 9,267 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for LX53 SWJ
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 160,342 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 78 |
| Average per year | 9,267 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | LX53 SWJ |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | LX — Sidcup, London |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About LX53 SWJ
What car is LX53 SWJ?
LX53 SWJ is an black Audi A3, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Sidcup in 2003.
What is the mileage of LX53 SWJ?
The last recorded mileage for LX53 SWJ was 160,342 miles, recorded on 1 Feb 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has LX53 SWJ passed its MOT?
LX53 SWJ has had 21 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (13 passes, 8 failures). It last was tested on 1 Feb 2022.
Is LX53 SWJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, LX53 SWJ is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is LX53 SWJ?
LX53 SWJ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.