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 Petrol 1984cc has had 12 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing 3 (75% pass rate). It has 193,603 miles on the clock, averaging 16,876 miles per year, above 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 SO53 OAM
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 193,603 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 16,876 |
| 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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High Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) and Cam Follower (part 06D109309C)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | SO53 OAM |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1984cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SO — Edinburgh, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About SO53 OAM
What car is SO53 OAM?
SO53 OAM is an black Audi A3, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Edinburgh in 2004.
What is the mileage of SO53 OAM?
The last recorded mileage for SO53 OAM was 193,603 miles, recorded on 22 Jun 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SO53 OAM passed its MOT?
SO53 OAM has had 12 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (9 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 22 Jun 2015.
Is SO53 OAM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SO53 OAM is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2004, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is SO53 OAM?
SO53 OAM is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.