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 1984cc has had 24 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 8 (67% pass rate). It has 108,131 miles on the clock, averaging 4,563 miles per year, well below the UK average of 7,400. The 2.0 TFSI engine is known for high pressure fuel pump (hpfp) and cam follower (part 06d109309c).
MOT & Mileage History for YS53 UCV
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 108,131 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 5 |
| Average per year | 4,563 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 24 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Audi A3
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High Pressure Fuel Pump (HPFP) and Cam Follower (part 06D109309C)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | YS53 UCV |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Petrol |
| Engine | 1984cc |
| Year | 2003 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | YS — Sheffield, Yorkshire |
| Age identifier | 53 — September 2003 to February 2004 |
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About YS53 UCV
What car is YS53 UCV?
YS53 UCV is a blue Audi A3, petrol (1984cc). First registered in Sheffield in 2003.
What is the mileage of YS53 UCV?
The last recorded mileage for YS53 UCV was 108,131 miles, recorded on 25 May 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has YS53 UCV passed its MOT?
YS53 UCV has had 24 MOT tests with a 67% pass rate (16 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 25 May 2022.
Is YS53 UCV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, YS53 UCV 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 YS53 UCV?
YS53 UCV is approximately 23 years old. Age identifier 53 means registered between 1 September 2003 and 28 February 2004.