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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 2 (85% pass rate). It has 124,661 miles on the clock, averaging 8,225 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 RJ53 SZU
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 124,661 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,225 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RJ53 SZU |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RJ — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About RJ53 SZU
What car is RJ53 SZU?
RJ53 SZU is an black Audi A3, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Reading in 2003.
What is the mileage of RJ53 SZU?
The last recorded mileage for RJ53 SZU was 124,661 miles, recorded on 27 Jul 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RJ53 SZU passed its MOT?
RJ53 SZU has had 13 MOT tests with an 85% pass rate (11 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 27 Jul 2017.
Is RJ53 SZU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RJ53 SZU 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 RJ53 SZU?
RJ53 SZU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.