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 150,944 miles on the clock, averaging 9,555 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 SW53 JVZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 150,944 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 9,148 |
| Average per year | 9,555 |
| 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 | SW53 JVZ |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2004 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | SW — Aberdeen, Scotland |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About SW53 JVZ
What car is SW53 JVZ?
SW53 JVZ is an silver Audi A3, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Aberdeen in 2004.
What is the mileage of SW53 JVZ?
The last recorded mileage for SW53 JVZ was 150,944 miles, recorded on 1 Oct 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has SW53 JVZ passed its MOT?
SW53 JVZ has had 16 MOT tests with a 75% pass rate (12 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 1 Oct 2018.
Is SW53 JVZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, SW53 JVZ 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 SW53 JVZ?
SW53 JVZ is approximately 22 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.