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At a glance
This 2003 Audi A3 Petrol 1984cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 2 (89% pass rate). It has 130,927 miles on the clock, averaging 7,354 miles per year, below 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 MV53 UCM
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 130,927 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6 |
| Average per year | 7,354 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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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High Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) and Cam Follower (part 06D109309C)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | MV53 UCM |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1984cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | MV — Manchester, Manchester and Merseyside |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About MV53 UCM
What car is MV53 UCM?
MV53 UCM is an silver Audi A3, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Manchester in 2003.
What is the mileage of MV53 UCM?
The last recorded mileage for MV53 UCM was 130,927 miles, recorded on 2 Feb 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MV53 UCM passed its MOT?
MV53 UCM has had 18 MOT tests with an 89% pass rate (16 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 2 Feb 2021.
Is MV53 UCM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MV53 UCM 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 MV53 UCM?
MV53 UCM is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.