Vehicle summary
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At a glance
This 2003 Audi A3 Diesel 1968cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 3 (75% pass rate). It has 135,239 miles on the clock, averaging 8,452 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 OY53 HVA
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 135,239 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,452 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 12 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Audi A3
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | OY53 HVA |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OY — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About OY53 HVA
What car is OY53 HVA?
OY53 HVA is an blue Audi A3, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Oxford in 2003.
What is the mileage of OY53 HVA?
The last recorded mileage for OY53 HVA was 135,239 miles, recorded on 6 Apr 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OY53 HVA passed its MOT?
OY53 HVA has had 12 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (9 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 6 Apr 2016.
Is OY53 HVA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OY53 HVA 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 OY53 HVA?
OY53 HVA is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.