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 9 MOT tests on record, passing 5 and failing 4 (56% pass rate). It has 109,113 miles on the clock, averaging 4,683 miles per year, well below 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 NHH
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 109,113 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,995 |
| Average per year | 4,683 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 9 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Audi A3
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | ML53 NHH |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Black |
| 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 NHH
What car is ML53 NHH?
ML53 NHH is an black Audi A3, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Manchester in 2003.
What is the mileage of ML53 NHH?
The last recorded mileage for ML53 NHH was 109,113 miles, recorded on 14 May 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has ML53 NHH passed its MOT?
ML53 NHH has had 9 MOT tests with a 56% pass rate (5 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 14 May 2014.
Is ML53 NHH ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, ML53 NHH 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 NHH?
ML53 NHH is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.