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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 2 (85% pass rate). It has 131,794 miles on the clock, averaging 8,536 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 OV53 UGY
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 131,794 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,934 |
| Average per year | 8,536 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Audi A3
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Oil pump drive shaft (hexagonal driver)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | OV53 UGY |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OV — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About OV53 UGY
What car is OV53 UGY?
OV53 UGY is an black Audi A3, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Oxford in 2003.
What is the mileage of OV53 UGY?
The last recorded mileage for OV53 UGY was 131,794 miles, recorded on 1 Mar 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OV53 UGY passed its MOT?
OV53 UGY has had 13 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (11 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 1 Mar 2017.
Is OV53 UGY ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OV53 UGY 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 OV53 UGY?
OV53 UGY is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.