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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 2013 Audi A3 Petrol 1395cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing once (91% pass rate). It has 67,248 miles on the clock, averaging 3,437 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 1.4 TFSI engine is known for cod (1.4l tfsi ea211).
MOT & Mileage History for SB53 RDS
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 67,248 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2,393 |
| Average per year | 3,437 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Audi A3
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COD (1.4L TFSI EA211)
Coils fail from cylinder-head heat exposure.[1][4]
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SB53 RDS |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | White |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1395cc |
| Year | 2013 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SB — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About SB53 RDS
What car is SB53 RDS?
SB53 RDS is an white Audi A3, petrol (1395cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2013.
What is the mileage of SB53 RDS?
The last recorded mileage for SB53 RDS was 67,248 miles, recorded on 5 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SB53 RDS passed its MOT?
SB53 RDS has had 11 MOT tests with an 91% pass rate (10 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 5 Jan 2026.
Is SB53 RDS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SB53 RDS is likely ULEZ compliant. Petrol post-2005 (Euro 4). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.
How old is SB53 RDS?
SB53 RDS is approximately 13 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.