Free MOT Check →Full MOT history & mileage Service History £6.99 →Full refund if no data found Full Car Check £7.49 →Crashed, financed & ownership data by Experian
WG53 LSF

2003 Audi A3 · Diesel · 1968cc

Blue Registered in Exeter, West of England · 23 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2003
FuelDiesel
Engine1968cc
ColourBlue
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 7 (68% pass rate). It has 140,628 miles on the clock, averaging 6,668 miles per year, below 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 WG53 LSF

MOT Status
Due date passed
140,628
Last Mileage
Recorded
22
Total Tests
Since 2006
68%
Pass Rate
15 passed, 7 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

7

MOT failures recorded

Out of 22 tests on record
6,668

Average miles/year

Below UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Below average
Latest reading140,628 miles
Reading date
Miles last year1
Average per year6,668
Mileage consistencyVariable
Mileage over time for WG53 LSF 49k72k95k118k141k '06'20'15

Check WG53 LSF

Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record

PASS
Mileage140,628 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage140,627 miles
Since last MOT+5,500 miles
PASS
Mileage135,127 miles
Since last MOT+4 miles
FAIL
Mileage135,123 miles
Since last MOT+75 miles
FAIL
Mileage135,048 miles
Since last MOT+4,578 miles
PASS
Mileage130,470 miles
Since last MOT+11 miles
FAIL
Mileage130,459 miles
Since last MOT+7,302 miles
PASS
Mileage123,157 miles
Since last MOT+74 miles
FAIL
Mileage123,083 miles
Since last MOT+8,424 miles
PASS
Mileage114,659 miles
Since last MOT+10,250 miles
PASS
Mileage104,409 miles
Since last MOT+7,734 miles
PASS
Mileage96,675 miles
Since last MOT+7,390 miles
PASS
Mileage89,285 miles
Since last MOT+8,358 miles
PASS
Mileage80,927 miles
Since last MOT+1 miles
FAIL
Mileage80,926 miles
Since last MOT+2,415 miles
PASS
Mileage78,511 miles
Since last MOT+2,815 miles
PASS
Mileage75,696 miles
Since last MOT+6,698 miles
PASS
Mileage68,998 miles
Since last MOT+384 miles
FAIL
Mileage68,614 miles
Since last MOT+5,821 miles
PASS
Mileage62,793 miles
Since last MOT+5,911 miles
PASS
Mileage56,882 miles
Since last MOT+8,234 miles
PASS
Mileage48,648 miles

Similar cars to consider

Buyers comparing the Audi A3 often also look at these models. Check their MOT history and reliability before deciding:

🔧 Reported issues for this Audi A3

These are the most commonly reported problems on Audi A3 models (2003–2012), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

Oil pump drive shaft (hexagonal driver)

Read our Audi A3 Buyer's Guide →

Common faults, what to check, and what to pay

Explore more about the Audi A3

Thinking about buying this car? These resources will help you make an informed decision.

Vehicle Details

RegistrationWG53 LSF
MakeAudi
ModelA3
ColourBlue
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1968cc
Year2003
First registered
Area codeWG — Exeter, West of England
Age identifier53 — September 2003 to February 2004

More WG53 L plates

Browse all WG53 L registrations from Exeter.

About WG53 LSF

What car is WG53 LSF?

WG53 LSF is a blue Audi A3, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Exeter in 2003.

What is the mileage of WG53 LSF?

The last recorded mileage for WG53 LSF was 140,628 miles, recorded on 7 Oct 2020 during its most recent MOT test.

Has WG53 LSF passed its MOT?

WG53 LSF has had 22 MOT tests with a 68% pass rate (15 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 7 Oct 2020.

Is WG53 LSF ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, WG53 LSF 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 WG53 LSF?

WG53 LSF is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.