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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 147,850 miles on the clock, averaging 9,962 miles per year, above 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 OV53 UGC
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 147,850 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 9,962 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | OV53 UGC |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1984cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OV — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About OV53 UGC
What car is OV53 UGC?
OV53 UGC is an black Audi A3, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Oxford in 2003.
What is the mileage of OV53 UGC?
The last recorded mileage for OV53 UGC was 147,850 miles, recorded on 20 Sep 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OV53 UGC passed its MOT?
OV53 UGC has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 20 Sep 2017.
Is OV53 UGC ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OV53 UGC 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 OV53 UGC?
OV53 UGC is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.