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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 15 and failing 4 (79% pass rate). It has 168,213 miles on the clock, averaging 8,982 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 PDU
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 168,213 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 169 |
| Average per year | 8,982 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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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 | GV56 PDU |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Silver |
| 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 PDU
What car is GV56 PDU?
GV56 PDU is a silver Audi A3, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Brighton in 2006.
What is the mileage of GV56 PDU?
The last recorded mileage for GV56 PDU was 168,213 miles, recorded on 11 Apr 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GV56 PDU passed its MOT?
GV56 PDU has had 19 MOT tests with a 79% pass rate (15 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 11 Apr 2025.
Is GV56 PDU ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GV56 PDU 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 PDU?
GV56 PDU is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.