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 24 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 10 (58% pass rate). It has 193,040 miles on the clock, averaging 9,860 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 PFD
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 193,040 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2 |
| Average per year | 9,860 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 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 PFD |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Blue |
| 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 PFD
What car is RA53 PFD?
RA53 PFD is an blue Audi A3, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Reading in 2003.
What is the mileage of RA53 PFD?
The last recorded mileage for RA53 PFD was 193,040 miles, recorded on 18 Mar 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RA53 PFD passed its MOT?
RA53 PFD has had 24 MOT tests with a 58% pass rate (14 passes, 10 failures). It last passed on 18 Mar 2019.
Is RA53 PFD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RA53 PFD 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 PFD?
RA53 PFD is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.