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 1968cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 8 (50% pass rate). It has 149,786 miles on the clock, averaging 11,057 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TDI PD engine is known for oil pump drive shaft (hexagonal driver).
MOT & Mileage History for ML53 NGF
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 149,786 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 11,057 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Audi A3
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | ML53 NGF |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | ML — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About ML53 NGF
What car is ML53 NGF?
ML53 NGF is an silver Audi A3, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Manchester in 2003.
What is the mileage of ML53 NGF?
The last recorded mileage for ML53 NGF was 149,786 miles, recorded on 27 Oct 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has ML53 NGF passed its MOT?
ML53 NGF has had 16 MOT tests with a 50% pass rate (8 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 27 Oct 2016.
Is ML53 NGF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, ML53 NGF 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 ML53 NGF?
ML53 NGF is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.