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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 Petrol 1984cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 3 (77% pass rate). It has 160,309 miles on the clock, averaging 11,816 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TFSI engine is known for high pressure fuel pump (hpfp) and cam follower (part 06d109309c).
MOT & Mileage History for MP53 VFR
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 160,309 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 541 |
| Average per year | 11,816 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Audi A3
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High Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) and Cam Follower (part 06D109309C)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | MP53 VFR |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1984cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MP — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About MP53 VFR
What car is MP53 VFR?
MP53 VFR is an blue Audi A3, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Manchester in 2003.
What is the mileage of MP53 VFR?
The last recorded mileage for MP53 VFR was 160,309 miles, recorded on 3 Dec 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MP53 VFR passed its MOT?
MP53 VFR has had 13 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (10 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 3 Dec 2015.
Is MP53 VFR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MP53 VFR is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is MP53 VFR?
MP53 VFR is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.