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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 6 (74% pass rate). It has 170,870 miles on the clock, averaging 8,342 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 VBU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 170,870 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 3 |
| Average per year | 8,342 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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 VBU |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 VBU
What car is OV53 VBU?
OV53 VBU is an silver Audi A3, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Oxford in 2003.
What is the mileage of OV53 VBU?
The last recorded mileage for OV53 VBU was 170,870 miles, recorded on 4 Sep 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OV53 VBU passed its MOT?
OV53 VBU has had 23 MOT tests with a 74% pass rate (17 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 4 Sep 2023.
Is OV53 VBU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OV53 VBU 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 VBU?
OV53 VBU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.