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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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 4 (67% pass rate). It has 203,186 miles on the clock, averaging 11,243 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for MA53 BDO
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 203,186 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 20 |
| Average per year | 11,243 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | MA53 BDO |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MA — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About MA53 BDO
What car is MA53 BDO?
MA53 BDO is an black Audi A3, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Manchester in 2003.
What is the mileage of MA53 BDO?
The last recorded mileage for MA53 BDO was 203,186 miles, recorded on 10 Aug 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MA53 BDO passed its MOT?
MA53 BDO has had 12 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (8 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 10 Aug 2015.
Is MA53 BDO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MA53 BDO 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 MA53 BDO?
MA53 BDO is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.