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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing once (91% pass rate). It has 128,953 miles on the clock, averaging 7,878 miles per year, around 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 OU53 FFY
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 128,953 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 7,878 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Audi A3
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | OU53 FFY |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OU — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About OU53 FFY
What car is OU53 FFY?
OU53 FFY is an blue Audi A3, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Oxford in 2003.
What is the mileage of OU53 FFY?
The last recorded mileage for OU53 FFY was 128,953 miles, recorded on 18 Sep 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OU53 FFY passed its MOT?
OU53 FFY has had 11 MOT tests with an 91% pass rate (10 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 18 Sep 2015.
Is OU53 FFY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OU53 FFY 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 OU53 FFY?
OU53 FFY is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.