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 2001 Audi A3 Diesel 1896cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 2 (83% pass rate). It has 147,990 miles on the clock, averaging 11,046 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for MA51 DBU
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 147,990 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 12 |
| Average per year | 11,046 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | MA51 DBU |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2001 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MA — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 51 — September 2001 to February 2002 |
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About MA51 DBU
What car is MA51 DBU?
MA51 DBU is an blue Audi A3, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Manchester in 2001.
What is the mileage of MA51 DBU?
The last recorded mileage for MA51 DBU was 147,990 miles, recorded on 25 Sep 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MA51 DBU passed its MOT?
MA51 DBU has had 12 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (10 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 25 Sep 2015.
Is MA51 DBU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MA51 DBU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2001, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is MA51 DBU?
MA51 DBU is approximately 25 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.