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 24 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 11 (54% pass rate). It has 158,134 miles on the clock, averaging 8,333 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 EF08 XAR
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 158,134 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,333 |
| 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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Oil pump drive shaft (hexagonal driver)
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | EF08 XAR |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 XAR
What car is EF08 XAR?
EF08 XAR is an silver Audi A3, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2008.
What is the mileage of EF08 XAR?
The last recorded mileage for EF08 XAR was 158,134 miles, recorded on 25 Nov 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EF08 XAR passed its MOT?
EF08 XAR has had 24 MOT tests with a 54% pass rate (13 passes, 11 failures). It last passed on 25 Nov 2024.
Is EF08 XAR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EF08 XAR 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 XAR?
EF08 XAR is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.