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 21 MOT tests on record, passing 17 and failing 4 (81% pass rate). It has 150,763 miles on the clock, averaging 6,811 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 GY56 XAW
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 150,763 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 8,170 |
| Average per year | 6,811 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 21 tests on record
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Reported issues for this Audi A3
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Vehicle Details
| Registration | GY56 XAW |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | GY — Brighton, Garden of England |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About GY56 XAW
What car is GY56 XAW?
GY56 XAW is a silver Audi A3, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Brighton in 2006.
What is the mileage of GY56 XAW?
The last recorded mileage for GY56 XAW was 150,763 miles, recorded on 28 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has GY56 XAW passed its MOT?
GY56 XAW has had 21 MOT tests with an 81% pass rate (17 passes, 4 failures). It last passed on 28 Oct 2025.
Is GY56 XAW ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, GY56 XAW 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 GY56 XAW?
GY56 XAW is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.