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 8 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing once (88% pass rate). It has 148,439 miles on the clock, averaging 12,696 miles per year, above 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 RA53 PDX
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 148,439 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 11,968 |
| Average per year | 12,696 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 8 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 | RA53 PDX |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RA — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About RA53 PDX
What car is RA53 PDX?
RA53 PDX is an grey Audi A3, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Reading in 2003.
What is the mileage of RA53 PDX?
The last recorded mileage for RA53 PDX was 148,439 miles, recorded on 21 Oct 2013 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RA53 PDX passed its MOT?
RA53 PDX has had 8 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (7 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 21 Oct 2013.
Is RA53 PDX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RA53 PDX 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 RA53 PDX?
RA53 PDX is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.