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 2008 Audi A3 Diesel 1968cc has had 10 MOT tests on record, passing 9 and failing once (90% pass rate). It has 194,597 miles on the clock, averaging 15,866 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 EF08 XAE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 194,597 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 22,932 |
| Average per year | 15,866 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 10 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 | EF08 XAE |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2008 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EF — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 08 — March 2008 to August 2008 |
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About EF08 XAE
What car is EF08 XAE?
EF08 XAE is an blue Audi A3, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2008.
What is the mileage of EF08 XAE?
The last recorded mileage for EF08 XAE was 194,597 miles, recorded on 7 Oct 2019 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EF08 XAE passed its MOT?
EF08 XAE has had 10 MOT tests with an 90% pass rate (9 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 7 Oct 2019.
Is EF08 XAE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EF08 XAE is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2008, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is EF08 XAE?
EF08 XAE is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.