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HG08 VZJ

2008 Audi A3 · Diesel · 1968cc

Red Registered in Bournemouth, Hampshire and Dorset · 18 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2008
FuelDiesel
Engine1968cc
ColourRed
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 2008 Audi A3 Diesel 1968cc has had 5 MOT tests on record, passing 3 and failing 2 (60% pass rate). It has 124,908 miles on the clock, averaging 16,929 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 HG08 VZJ

MOT Status
Due date passed
124,908
Last Mileage
Recorded
5
Total Tests
Since 2011
60%
Pass Rate
3 passed, 2 failed

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

2

MOT failures recorded

Out of 5 tests on record
16,929

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
0

Gaps in MOT history

No gaps detected in MOT coverage

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading124,908 miles
Reading date
Miles last year17,896
Average per year16,929
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for HG08 VZJ 73k86k99k112k125k '11'14'12

Check HG08 VZJ

Full MOT Test History 5 tests on record

FAIL
Mileage124,908 miles
Since last MOT+17,896 miles
PASS
Mileage107,012 miles
Since last MOT+13,930 miles
PASS
Mileage93,082 miles
Since last MOT+2 miles
FAIL
Mileage93,080 miles
Since last MOT+20,367 miles
PASS
Mileage72,713 miles

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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

RegistrationHG08 VZJ
MakeAudi
ModelA3
ColourRed
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1968cc
Year2008
First registered
Area codeHG — Bournemouth, Hampshire and Dorset
Age identifier08 — March 2008 to August 2008

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About HG08 VZJ

What car is HG08 VZJ?

HG08 VZJ is an red Audi A3, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Bournemouth in 2008.

What is the mileage of HG08 VZJ?

The last recorded mileage for HG08 VZJ was 124,908 miles, recorded on 15 Jun 2014 during its most recent MOT test.

Has HG08 VZJ passed its MOT?

HG08 VZJ has had 5 MOT tests with a 60% pass rate (3 passes, 2 failures). It last was tested on 15 Jun 2014.

Is HG08 VZJ ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, HG08 VZJ is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2008, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.

How old is HG08 VZJ?

HG08 VZJ is approximately 18 years old. Age identifier 08 means registered between 1 March 2008 and 31 August 2008.