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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 2 (90% pass rate). It has 85,995 miles on the clock, averaging 3,605 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 LFW
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 85,995 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 12,412 |
| Average per year | 3,605 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 LFW |
| 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 LFW
What car is OU53 LFW?
OU53 LFW is an blue Audi A3, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Oxford in 2003.
What is the mileage of OU53 LFW?
The last recorded mileage for OU53 LFW was 85,995 miles, recorded on 17 Apr 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OU53 LFW passed its MOT?
OU53 LFW has had 20 MOT tests with an 90% pass rate (18 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 17 Apr 2025.
Is OU53 LFW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OU53 LFW 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 LFW?
OU53 LFW is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.