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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 12 and failing 4 (75% pass rate). It has 141,305 miles on the clock, averaging 8,893 miles per year, around 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 NZX
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 141,305 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,792 |
| Average per year | 8,893 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 NZX |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Blue |
| 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 NZX
What car is SO53 NZX?
SO53 NZX is an blue Audi A3, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2004.
What is the mileage of SO53 NZX?
The last recorded mileage for SO53 NZX was 141,305 miles, recorded on 9 May 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SO53 NZX passed its MOT?
SO53 NZX has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 9 May 2018.
Is SO53 NZX ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SO53 NZX 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 NZX?
SO53 NZX is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.