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 2004 Audi A3 Petrol 1595cc has had 26 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 8 (69% pass rate). It has 140,064 miles on the clock, averaging 6,113 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for NC53 VRP
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 140,064 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,113 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 26 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | NC53 VRP |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1595cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | NC — Newcastle, North |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About NC53 VRP
What car is NC53 VRP?
NC53 VRP is an blue Audi A3, petrol (1595cc). First registered in Newcastle in 2004.
What is the mileage of NC53 VRP?
The last recorded mileage for NC53 VRP was 140,064 miles, recorded on 3 Aug 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has NC53 VRP passed its MOT?
NC53 VRP has had 26 MOT tests with a 69% pass rate (18 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 3 Aug 2023.
Is NC53 VRP ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, NC53 VRP is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is NC53 VRP?
NC53 VRP is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.