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 18 and failing 5 (78% pass rate). It has 148,224 miles on the clock, averaging 5,201 miles per year, below 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 PE53 EHD
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 148,224 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 815 |
| Average per year | 5,201 |
| 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 | PE53 EHD |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PE — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About PE53 EHD
What car is PE53 EHD?
PE53 EHD is a grey Audi A3, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Preston in 2003.
What is the mileage of PE53 EHD?
The last recorded mileage for PE53 EHD was 148,224 miles, recorded on 16 Oct 2023 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PE53 EHD passed its MOT?
PE53 EHD has had 23 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (18 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 16 Oct 2023.
Is PE53 EHD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PE53 EHD 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 PE53 EHD?
PE53 EHD is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.