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 Petrol 1595cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 7 (65% pass rate). It has 140,611 miles on the clock, averaging 8,085 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400.
MOT & Mileage History for VE53 DWU
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 140,611 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 7,166 |
| Average per year | 8,085 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 tests on record
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | VE53 DWU |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1595cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | VE — Worcester, Severn Valley |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About VE53 DWU
What car is VE53 DWU?
VE53 DWU is a grey Audi A3, petrol (1595cc). First registered in Worcester in 2003.
What is the mileage of VE53 DWU?
The last recorded mileage for VE53 DWU was 140,611 miles, recorded on 17 Jan 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has VE53 DWU passed its MOT?
VE53 DWU has had 20 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (13 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 17 Jan 2020.
Is VE53 DWU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, VE53 DWU is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a petrol vehicle registered in 2003, it typically does not meet the Euro 4 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is VE53 DWU?
VE53 DWU is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.