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 Petrol 1984cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 4 (78% pass rate). It has 124,886 miles on the clock, averaging 6,043 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TFSI engine is known for high pressure fuel pump (hpfp) and cam follower (part 06d109309c).
MOT & Mileage History for RA53 DFV
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 124,886 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,043 |
| 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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High Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) and Cam Follower (part 06D109309C)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RA53 DFV |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1984cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RA — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About RA53 DFV
What car is RA53 DFV?
RA53 DFV is an blue Audi A3, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Reading in 2003.
What is the mileage of RA53 DFV?
The last recorded mileage for RA53 DFV was 124,886 miles, recorded on 25 Jun 2021 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RA53 DFV passed its MOT?
RA53 DFV has had 18 MOT tests with a 78% pass rate (14 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 25 Jun 2021.
Is RA53 DFV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RA53 DFV is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is RA53 DFV?
RA53 DFV is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.