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 2004 Audi A3 Diesel 1968cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 5 (64% pass rate). It has 130,493 miles on the clock, averaging 6,843 miles per year, below 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 RL53 BSX
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 130,493 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 103 |
| Average per year | 6,843 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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 | RL53 BSX |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RL — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About RL53 BSX
What car is RL53 BSX?
RL53 BSX is an grey Audi A3, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Reading in 2004.
What is the mileage of RL53 BSX?
The last recorded mileage for RL53 BSX was 130,493 miles, recorded on 12 Sep 2017 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RL53 BSX passed its MOT?
RL53 BSX has had 14 MOT tests with a 64% pass rate (9 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 12 Sep 2017.
Is RL53 BSX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RL53 BSX is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is RL53 BSX?
RL53 BSX is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.