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 14 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 5 (64% pass rate). It has 215,829 miles on the clock, averaging 16,736 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 PGE
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 215,829 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 11,256 |
| Average per year | 16,736 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 PGE |
| 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 PGE
What car is RA53 PGE?
RA53 PGE is an blue Audi A3, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Reading in 2003.
What is the mileage of RA53 PGE?
The last recorded mileage for RA53 PGE was 215,829 miles, recorded on 17 Dec 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RA53 PGE passed its MOT?
RA53 PGE has had 14 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (9 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 17 Dec 2014.
Is RA53 PGE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RA53 PGE 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 PGE?
RA53 PGE is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.