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 18 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 7 (61% pass rate). It has 136,433 miles on the clock, averaging 7,073 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 SL53 HBO
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 136,433 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,014 |
| Average per year | 7,073 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | SL53 HBO |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SL — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About SL53 HBO
What car is SL53 HBO?
SL53 HBO is an silver Audi A3, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2003.
What is the mileage of SL53 HBO?
The last recorded mileage for SL53 HBO was 136,433 miles, recorded on 6 Apr 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SL53 HBO passed its MOT?
SL53 HBO has had 18 MOT tests with a 61% pass rate (11 passes, 7 failures). It last was tested on 6 Apr 2018.
Is SL53 HBO ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SL53 HBO 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 SL53 HBO?
SL53 HBO is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.