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 2010 Audi A3 Diesel 1968cc has had 16 MOT tests on record, passing 14 and failing 2 (88% pass rate). It has 84,209 miles on the clock, averaging 4,864 miles per year, well 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 EF59 EBM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Low mileage| Latest reading | 84,209 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,720 |
| Average per year | 4,864 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | EF59 EBM |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2010 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EF — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 59 — September 2009 to February 2010 |
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About EF59 EBM
What car is EF59 EBM?
EF59 EBM is an blue Audi A3, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2010.
What is the mileage of EF59 EBM?
The last recorded mileage for EF59 EBM was 84,209 miles, recorded on 29 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EF59 EBM passed its MOT?
EF59 EBM has had 16 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (14 passes, 2 failures). It last passed on 29 Jan 2026.
Is EF59 EBM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EF59 EBM is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2010, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is EF59 EBM?
EF59 EBM is approximately 16 years old. Age identifier 59 means registered between 1 September 2009 and 28 February 2010.