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 1984cc has had 23 MOT tests on record, passing 19 and failing 4 (83% pass rate). It has 111,525 miles on the clock, averaging 5,581 miles per year, below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TFSI engine is known for high pressure fuel pump (hpfp) and cam follower (part 06d109309c).
MOT & Mileage History for SL53 RKN
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 111,525 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,410 |
| Average per year | 5,581 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 23 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Audi A3
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High Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) and Cam Follower (part 06D109309C)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SL53 RKN |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1984cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SL — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About SL53 RKN
What car is SL53 RKN?
SL53 RKN is an silver Audi A3, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2003.
What is the mileage of SL53 RKN?
The last recorded mileage for SL53 RKN was 111,525 miles, recorded on 30 May 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SL53 RKN passed its MOT?
SL53 RKN has had 23 MOT tests with an 83% pass rate (19 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 30 May 2024.
Is SL53 RKN ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SL53 RKN 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 SL53 RKN?
SL53 RKN is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.