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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 2 (88% pass rate). It has 149,358 miles on the clock, averaging 9,593 miles per year, above 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 LHC
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 149,358 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 9,593 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | OU53 LHC |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Black |
| 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 LHC
What car is OU53 LHC?
OU53 LHC is an black Audi A3, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Oxford in 2003.
What is the mileage of OU53 LHC?
The last recorded mileage for OU53 LHC was 149,358 miles, recorded on 4 Jun 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OU53 LHC passed its MOT?
OU53 LHC has had 16 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (14 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 4 Jun 2019.
Is OU53 LHC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OU53 LHC 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 LHC?
OU53 LHC is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.