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 Petrol 1984cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 5 (78% pass rate). It has 121,399 miles on the clock, averaging 4,595 miles per year, well 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 OU53 LAA
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 121,399 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 4,595 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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 | OU53 LAA |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1984cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OU — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About OU53 LAA
What car is OU53 LAA?
OU53 LAA is an blue Audi A3, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Oxford in 2003.
What is the mileage of OU53 LAA?
The last recorded mileage for OU53 LAA was 121,399 miles, recorded on 3 Feb 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OU53 LAA passed its MOT?
OU53 LAA has had 23 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (18 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 3 Feb 2026.
Is OU53 LAA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OU53 LAA 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 OU53 LAA?
OU53 LAA is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.