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 2004 Audi A3 Diesel 1968cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 3 (75% pass rate). It has 43,615 miles on the clock, averaging 3,613 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 SO53 FSD
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 43,615 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 3,613 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 12 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 | SO53 FSD |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SO — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About SO53 FSD
What car is SO53 FSD?
SO53 FSD is an silver Audi A3, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2004.
What is the mileage of SO53 FSD?
The last recorded mileage for SO53 FSD was 43,615 miles, recorded on 10 Dec 2014 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SO53 FSD passed its MOT?
SO53 FSD has had 12 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (9 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 10 Dec 2014.
Is SO53 FSD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SO53 FSD is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is SO53 FSD?
SO53 FSD is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.