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 2006 Audi A3 Diesel 1968cc has had 14 MOT tests on record, passing 11 and failing 3 (79% pass rate). It has 149,633 miles on the clock, averaging 6,438 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 AJ56 VAE
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 149,633 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 6,438 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 14 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 | AJ56 VAE |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | AJ — Peterborough, Anglia |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About AJ56 VAE
What car is AJ56 VAE?
AJ56 VAE is an black Audi A3, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Peterborough in 2006.
What is the mileage of AJ56 VAE?
The last recorded mileage for AJ56 VAE was 149,633 miles, recorded on 26 Nov 2018 during its most recent MOT test.
Has AJ56 VAE passed its MOT?
AJ56 VAE has had 14 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (11 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 26 Nov 2018.
Is AJ56 VAE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, AJ56 VAE is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2006, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is AJ56 VAE?
AJ56 VAE is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.