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 24 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 7 (71% pass rate). It has 74,729 miles on the clock, averaging 2,571 miles per year, well 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 ORK
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 74,729 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,347 |
| Average per year | 2,571 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 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 ORK |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Red |
| 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 ORK
What car is SL53 ORK?
SL53 ORK is an red Audi A3, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2003.
What is the mileage of SL53 ORK?
The last recorded mileage for SL53 ORK was 74,729 miles, recorded on 15 Nov 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SL53 ORK passed its MOT?
SL53 ORK has had 24 MOT tests with a 71% pass rate (17 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 15 Nov 2022.
Is SL53 ORK ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SL53 ORK 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 ORK?
SL53 ORK is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.