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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 18 and failing 2 (90% pass rate). It has 146,669 miles on the clock, averaging 7,545 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 LMF
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 146,669 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,060 |
| Average per year | 7,545 |
| 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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Vehicle Details
| Registration | OU53 LMF |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 LMF
What car is OU53 LMF?
OU53 LMF is an silver Audi A3, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Oxford in 2003.
What is the mileage of OU53 LMF?
The last recorded mileage for OU53 LMF was 146,669 miles, recorded on 1 Dec 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OU53 LMF passed its MOT?
OU53 LMF has had 20 MOT tests with an 90% pass rate (18 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 1 Dec 2023.
Is OU53 LMF ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OU53 LMF 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 LMF?
OU53 LMF is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.