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 13 MOT tests on record, passing 8 and failing 5 (62% pass rate). It has 226,082 miles on the clock, averaging 22,025 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 WL53 DGZ
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 226,082 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 19,860 |
| Average per year | 22,025 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Audi A3
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | WL53 DGZ |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | WL — Truro, West of England |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About WL53 DGZ
What car is WL53 DGZ?
WL53 DGZ is a grey Audi A3, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Truro in 2003.
What is the mileage of WL53 DGZ?
The last recorded mileage for WL53 DGZ was 226,082 miles, recorded on 17 Mar 2015 during its most recent MOT test.
Has WL53 DGZ passed its MOT?
WL53 DGZ has had 13 MOT tests with a 62% pass rate (8 passes, 5 failures). It last was tested on 17 Mar 2015.
Is WL53 DGZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, WL53 DGZ 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 WL53 DGZ?
WL53 DGZ is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.