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 2009 Audi A3 Diesel 1968cc has had 19 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 3 (84% pass rate). It has 91,317 miles on the clock, averaging 5,482 miles per year, 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 EK09 LAE
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 91,317 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 6,873 |
| Average per year | 5,482 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | EK09 LAE |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Red |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2009 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EK — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 09 — March 2009 to August 2009 |
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About EK09 LAE
What car is EK09 LAE?
EK09 LAE is an red Audi A3, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2009.
What is the mileage of EK09 LAE?
The last recorded mileage for EK09 LAE was 91,317 miles, recorded on 27 Mar 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EK09 LAE passed its MOT?
EK09 LAE has had 19 MOT tests with an 84% pass rate (16 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 27 Mar 2026.
Is EK09 LAE ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EK09 LAE is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2009, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is EK09 LAE?
EK09 LAE is approximately 17 years old. Age identifier 09 means registered between 1 March 2009 and 31 August 2009.