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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 6 (67% pass rate). It has 153,378 miles on the clock, averaging 11,324 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 LPJ
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 153,378 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,513 |
| Average per year | 11,324 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Audi A3
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | OU53 LPJ |
| 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 LPJ
What car is OU53 LPJ?
OU53 LPJ is an blue Audi A3, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Oxford in 2003.
What is the mileage of OU53 LPJ?
The last recorded mileage for OU53 LPJ was 153,378 miles, recorded on 20 Jan 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OU53 LPJ passed its MOT?
OU53 LPJ has had 18 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (12 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 20 Jan 2018.
Is OU53 LPJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OU53 LPJ 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 LPJ?
OU53 LPJ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.