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EL51 LLY

2013 Audi A3 · Diesel · 1598cc

Black Registered in Chelmsford, Essex · 13 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2013
FuelDiesel
Engine1598cc
ColourBlack
ULEZ (est.)Likely Non-compliantDiesel pre-2015
Est. Annual Tax£165–£265

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 2013 Audi A3 Diesel 1598cc has had 11 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing once (91% pass rate). It has 112,603 miles on the clock, averaging 8,482 miles per year, around the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 TDI engine is known for clha and diesel particulate filter (dpf).

MOT & Mileage History for EL51 LLY

Valid
MOT Status
Expires
112,603
Last Mileage
Recorded
11
Total Tests
Since 2016
91%
Pass Rate
10 passed, 1 failed

Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 11 tests on record
8,482

Average miles/year

Around UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

About average
Latest reading112,603 miles
Reading date
Miles last year7,715
Average per year8,482
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for EL51 LLY 32k52k72k92k113k '16'26'22

Check EL51 LLY

Full MOT Test History 11 tests on record

PASS
Mileage112,603 miles
Since last MOT+7,715 miles
PASS
Mileage104,888 miles
Since last MOT+8,630 miles
PASS
Mileage96,258 miles
Since last MOT+40 miles
FAIL
Mileage96,218 miles
Since last MOT+5,430 miles
PASS
Mileage90,788 miles
Since last MOT+8,933 miles
PASS
Mileage81,855 miles
Since last MOT+8,674 miles
PASS
Mileage73,181 miles
Since last MOT+14,161 miles
PASS
Mileage59,020 miles
Since last MOT+8,268 miles
PASS
Mileage50,752 miles
Since last MOT+7,825 miles
PASS
Mileage42,927 miles
Since last MOT+11,300 miles
PASS
Mileage31,627 miles

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🔧 Reported issues for this Audi A3

These are the most commonly reported problems on Audi A3 models (2012–2020), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

CLHA

Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF)

Clogs from poor fuel quality, short journeys, or failed regens, leading to backpressure.

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationEL51 LLY
MakeAudi
ModelA3
ColourBlack
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2013
First registered
Area codeEL — Chelmsford, Essex
Age identifier51 — September 2001 to February 2002

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About EL51 LLY

What car is EL51 LLY?

EL51 LLY is an black Audi A3, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2013.

What is the mileage of EL51 LLY?

The last recorded mileage for EL51 LLY was 112,603 miles, recorded on 22 Jan 2026 during its most recent MOT test.

Has EL51 LLY passed its MOT?

EL51 LLY has had 11 MOT tests with an 91% pass rate (10 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 22 Jan 2026.

Is EL51 LLY ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, EL51 LLY is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2013, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is EL51 LLY?

EL51 LLY is approximately 13 years old. Age identifier 51 means registered between 1 September 2001 and 28 February 2002.