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 23 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 7 (70% pass rate). It has 173,110 miles on the clock, averaging 8,627 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 DD56 DEV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 173,110 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,711 |
| Average per year | 8,627 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 23 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 | DD56 DEV |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | DD — Chester, Deeside to Shrewsbury |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About DD56 DEV
What car is DD56 DEV?
DD56 DEV is a black Audi A3, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Chester in 2006.
What is the mileage of DD56 DEV?
The last recorded mileage for DD56 DEV was 173,110 miles, recorded on 2 Jul 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has DD56 DEV passed its MOT?
DD56 DEV has had 23 MOT tests with a 70% pass rate (16 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 2 Jul 2024.
Is DD56 DEV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, DD56 DEV 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 DD56 DEV?
DD56 DEV is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.