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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 7 (61% pass rate). It has 129,271 miles on the clock, averaging 7,554 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 PT53 BLU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 129,271 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1 |
| Average per year | 7,554 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | PT53 BLU |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | PT — Preston, Preston |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About PT53 BLU
What car is PT53 BLU?
PT53 BLU is a blue Audi A3, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Preston in 2004.
What is the mileage of PT53 BLU?
The last recorded mileage for PT53 BLU was 129,271 miles, recorded on 21 Feb 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has PT53 BLU passed its MOT?
PT53 BLU has had 18 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (11 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 21 Feb 2017.
Is PT53 BLU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, PT53 BLU 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 PT53 BLU?
PT53 BLU is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.