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 2007 Audi A3 Diesel 1968cc has had 22 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 6 (73% pass rate). It has 175,104 miles on the clock, averaging 8,742 miles per year, around 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 BL56 OPT
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 175,104 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,742 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 22 tests on record
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Oil pump drive shaft (hexagonal driver)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | BL56 OPT |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | BL — Birmingham, Birmingham |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About BL56 OPT
What car is BL56 OPT?
BL56 OPT is a blue Audi A3, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Birmingham in 2007.
What is the mileage of BL56 OPT?
The last recorded mileage for BL56 OPT was 175,104 miles, recorded on 11 Oct 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has BL56 OPT passed its MOT?
BL56 OPT has had 22 MOT tests with a 73% pass rate (16 passes, 6 failures). It last passed on 11 Oct 2024.
Is BL56 OPT ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, BL56 OPT is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2007, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is BL56 OPT?
BL56 OPT is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.