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 2006 Audi A3 Diesel 1968cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 8 (56% pass rate). It has 167,603 miles on the clock, averaging 12,839 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 EX06 UPD
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 167,603 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 12,839 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | EX06 UPD |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Grey |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | EX — Chelmsford, Essex |
| Age identifier | 06 — March 2006 to August 2006 |
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About EX06 UPD
What car is EX06 UPD?
EX06 UPD is an grey Audi A3, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Chelmsford in 2006.
What is the mileage of EX06 UPD?
The last recorded mileage for EX06 UPD was 167,603 miles, recorded on 2 Jul 2020 during its most recent MOT test.
Has EX06 UPD passed its MOT?
EX06 UPD has had 18 MOT tests with a 56% pass rate (10 passes, 8 failures). It last passed on 2 Jul 2020.
Is EX06 UPD ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, EX06 UPD is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2006, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is EX06 UPD?
EX06 UPD is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 06 means registered between 1 March 2006 and 31 August 2006.