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 2 MOT tests on record, passing 1 and failing once (50% pass rate). It has 114,181 miles on the clock at the last MOT. The 2.0 TDI PD engine is known for oil pump drive shaft (hexagonal driver).
MOT & Mileage History for MV53 UCZ
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Mileage Analysis
| Latest reading | 114,181 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 457 |
| Mileage consistency | Unknown |
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Full MOT Test History 2 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | MV53 UCZ |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| 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 UCZ
What car is MV53 UCZ?
MV53 UCZ is an silver Audi A3, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Manchester in 2003.
What is the mileage of MV53 UCZ?
The last recorded mileage for MV53 UCZ was 114,181 miles, recorded on 25 Aug 2006 during its most recent MOT test.
Has MV53 UCZ passed its MOT?
MV53 UCZ has had 2 MOT tests with a 50% pass rate (1 pass, 1 failure). It last passed on 25 Aug 2006.
Is MV53 UCZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, MV53 UCZ 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 MV53 UCZ?
MV53 UCZ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.