Free MOT Check →Full MOT history & mileage Service History £6.99 →Full refund if no data found Full Car Check £7.49 →Crashed, financed & ownership data by Experian
MO53 MJH

2003 Audi A3 · Diesel · 1968cc

Silver Registered in Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1968cc
ColourSilver
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 17 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 2 (88% pass rate). It has 176,430 miles on the clock, averaging 9,824 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 MO53 MJH

MOT Status
Due date passed
176,430
Last Mileage
Recorded
17
Total Tests
Since 2006
88%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 2 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 17 tests on record
9,824

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
2

Gaps in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading176,430 miles
Reading date
Miles last year9,654
Average per year9,824
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for MO53 MJH 38k73k107k142k176k '06'20'13

Check MO53 MJH

Full MOT Test History 17 tests on record

PASS
Mileage176,430 miles
Since last MOT+9,654 miles
PASS
Mileage166,776 miles
Since last MOT+12,972 miles
PASS
Mileage153,804 miles
Since last MOT+175 miles
FAIL
Mileage153,629 miles
Since last MOT+12,724 miles
PASS
Mileage140,905 miles
Since last MOT+14,350 miles
PASS
Mileage126,555 miles
Since last MOT+3,842 miles
PASS
Mileage122,713 miles
Since last MOT+8,636 miles
PASS
Mileage114,077 miles
Since last MOT+7,452 miles
PASS
Mileage106,625 miles
Since last MOT+7,923 miles
PASS
Mileage98,702 miles
Since last MOT+6,753 miles
PASS
Mileage91,949 miles
Since last MOT+100 miles
FAIL
Mileage91,849 miles
Since last MOT+4,977 miles
PASS
Mileage86,872 miles
Since last MOT+14,585 miles
PASS
Mileage72,287 miles
Since last MOT+12,191 miles
PASS
Mileage60,096 miles
Since last MOT+15,194 miles
PASS
Mileage44,902 miles
Since last MOT+6,415 miles
PASS
Mileage38,487 miles

Similar cars to consider

Buyers comparing the Audi A3 often also look at these models. Check their MOT history and reliability before deciding:

🔧 Reported issues for this Audi A3

These are the most commonly reported problems on Audi A3 models (2003–2012), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

Oil pump drive shaft (hexagonal driver)

Read our Audi A3 Buyer's Guide →

Common faults, what to check, and what to pay

Explore more about the Audi A3

Thinking about buying this car? These resources will help you make an informed decision.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationMO53 MJH
MakeAudi
ModelA3
ColourSilver
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1968cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeMO — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

More MO53 M plates

Browse all MO53 M registrations from Manchester.

About MO53 MJH

What car is MO53 MJH?

MO53 MJH is an silver Audi A3, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Manchester in 2003.

What is the mileage of MO53 MJH?

The last recorded mileage for MO53 MJH was 176,430 miles, recorded on 1 Dec 2020 during its most recent MOT test.

Has MO53 MJH passed its MOT?

MO53 MJH has had 17 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (15 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 1 Dec 2020.

Is MO53 MJH ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, MO53 MJH 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 MO53 MJH?

MO53 MJH is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.