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 20 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 8 (60% pass rate). It has 147,769 miles on the clock, averaging 8,183 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 OX53 BFZ
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 147,769 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,183 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Audi A3
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | OX53 BFZ |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OX — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About OX53 BFZ
What car is OX53 BFZ?
OX53 BFZ is an black Audi A3, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Oxford in 2003.
What is the mileage of OX53 BFZ?
The last recorded mileage for OX53 BFZ was 147,769 miles, recorded on 26 Apr 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OX53 BFZ passed its MOT?
OX53 BFZ has had 20 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (12 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 26 Apr 2019.
Is OX53 BFZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OX53 BFZ 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 OX53 BFZ?
OX53 BFZ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.