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 22 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 5 (77% pass rate). It has 165,976 miles on the clock, averaging 8,517 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 GV56 DHZ
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 165,976 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Average per year | 8,517 |
| Mileage consistency | Consistent |
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Full MOT Test History 22 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 | GV56 DHZ |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Blue |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GV — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About GV56 DHZ
What car is GV56 DHZ?
GV56 DHZ is a blue Audi A3, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Brighton in 2006.
What is the mileage of GV56 DHZ?
The last recorded mileage for GV56 DHZ was 165,976 miles, recorded on 8 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GV56 DHZ passed its MOT?
GV56 DHZ has had 22 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (17 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 8 Oct 2025.
Is GV56 DHZ ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GV56 DHZ 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 GV56 DHZ?
GV56 DHZ is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.