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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 7 (61% pass rate). It has 163,853 miles on the clock, averaging 9,901 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 OWA
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 163,853 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 9,901 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Audi A3
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Oil pump drive shaft (hexagonal driver)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | ML53 OWA |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Blue |
| 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 OWA
What car is ML53 OWA?
ML53 OWA is an blue Audi A3, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Manchester in 2003.
What is the mileage of ML53 OWA?
The last recorded mileage for ML53 OWA was 163,853 miles, recorded on 28 Jan 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has ML53 OWA passed its MOT?
ML53 OWA has had 18 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (11 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 28 Jan 2017.
Is ML53 OWA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, ML53 OWA 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 OWA?
ML53 OWA is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.