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 1896cc has had 22 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 6 (73% pass rate). It has 214,734 miles on the clock, averaging 8,726 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for RN53 BDU
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 214,734 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,376 |
| Average per year | 8,726 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | RN53 BDU |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1896cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | RN — Reading, Reading |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About RN53 BDU
What car is RN53 BDU?
RN53 BDU is an red Audi A3, diesel (1896cc). First registered in Reading in 2004.
What is the mileage of RN53 BDU?
The last recorded mileage for RN53 BDU was 214,734 miles, recorded on 5 Dec 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has RN53 BDU passed its MOT?
RN53 BDU has had 22 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (16 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 5 Dec 2024.
Is RN53 BDU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, RN53 BDU 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 RN53 BDU?
RN53 BDU is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.