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 12 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 2 (83% pass rate). It has 130,653 miles on the clock, averaging 8,812 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 RF53 VTG
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 130,653 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 12,457 |
| Average per year | 8,812 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 | RF53 VTG |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RF — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About RF53 VTG
What car is RF53 VTG?
RF53 VTG is an black Audi A3, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Reading in 2003.
What is the mileage of RF53 VTG?
The last recorded mileage for RF53 VTG was 130,653 miles, recorded on 21 Apr 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RF53 VTG passed its MOT?
RF53 VTG has had 12 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (10 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 21 Apr 2016.
Is RF53 VTG ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RF53 VTG 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 RF53 VTG?
RF53 VTG is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.