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 11 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing once (91% pass rate). It has 191,184 miles on the clock, averaging 12,365 miles per year, above 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 SV53 LUL
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 191,184 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 10,450 |
| Average per year | 12,365 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 11 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 | SV53 LUL |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SV — Aberdeen, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About SV53 LUL
What car is SV53 LUL?
SV53 LUL is an blue Audi A3, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Aberdeen in 2003.
What is the mileage of SV53 LUL?
The last recorded mileage for SV53 LUL was 191,184 miles, recorded on 30 Jul 2016 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SV53 LUL passed its MOT?
SV53 LUL has had 11 MOT tests with an 91% pass rate (10 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 30 Jul 2016.
Is SV53 LUL ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SV53 LUL 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 SV53 LUL?
SV53 LUL is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.