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 Petrol 1595cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 148,029 miles on the clock, averaging 11,598 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for SH53 LKA
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 148,029 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5,876 |
| Average per year | 11,598 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SH53 LKA |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1595cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SH — Glasgow, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About SH53 LKA
What car is SH53 LKA?
SH53 LKA is an silver Audi A3, petrol (1595cc). First registered in Glasgow in 2003.
What is the mileage of SH53 LKA?
The last recorded mileage for SH53 LKA was 148,029 miles, recorded on 27 Jun 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SH53 LKA passed its MOT?
SH53 LKA has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 27 Jun 2018.
Is SH53 LKA ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SH53 LKA is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is SH53 LKA?
SH53 LKA is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.