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 2004 Audi A3 Diesel 1968cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 4 (71% pass rate). It has 166,326 miles on the clock, averaging 11,757 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 OW53 LJJ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 166,326 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,249 |
| Average per year | 11,757 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 14 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Audi A3
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | OW53 LJJ |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OW — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About OW53 LJJ
What car is OW53 LJJ?
OW53 LJJ is an red Audi A3, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Oxford in 2004.
What is the mileage of OW53 LJJ?
The last recorded mileage for OW53 LJJ was 166,326 miles, recorded on 28 Oct 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OW53 LJJ passed its MOT?
OW53 LJJ has had 14 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (10 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 28 Oct 2016.
Is OW53 LJJ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OW53 LJJ is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is OW53 LJJ?
OW53 LJJ is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.