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HJ66 ARU

2016 Audi A3 · Diesel · 1598cc

Grey Registered in Bournemouth, Hampshire and Dorset · 10 years old

Vehicle summary

MakeAudi
ModelA3
Year2016
FuelDiesel
Engine1598cc
ColourGrey
ULEZ (est.)Likely CompliantDiesel post-2015 (Euro 6)
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 2016 Audi A3 Diesel 1598cc has had 8 MOT tests on record, passing 7 and failing once (88% pass rate). It has 81,265 miles on the clock, averaging 10,584 miles per year, above the UK average of 7,400. The 1.6 TDI engine is known for clha and diesel particulate filter (dpf).

MOT & Mileage History for HJ66 ARU

MOT Status
Due date passed
81,265
Last Mileage
Recorded
8
Total Tests
Since 2019
88%
Pass Rate
7 passed, 1 failed

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

1

MOT failure recorded

Out of 8 tests on record
10,584

Average miles/year

Above UK average of 7,400
1

Gap in MOT history

Periods with no valid MOT — may have been SORN or untaxed

Mileage Analysis

Above average
Latest reading81,265 miles
Reading date
Average per year10,584
Mileage consistencyConsistent
Mileage over time for HJ66 ARU 16k32k49k65k81k '19'25'23

Check HJ66 ARU

Full MOT Test History 8 tests on record

PASS
Mileage81,265 miles
Since last MOTRetest
FAIL
Mileage81,265 miles
Since last MOT+13,099 miles
PASS
Mileage68,166 miles
Since last MOT+12,908 miles
PASS
Mileage55,258 miles
Since last MOT+9,165 miles
PASS
Mileage46,093 miles
Since last MOT+10,890 miles
PASS
Mileage35,203 miles
Since last MOT+9,654 miles
PASS
Mileage25,549 miles
Since last MOT+9,568 miles
PASS
Mileage15,981 miles

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🔧 Reported issues for this Audi A3

These are the most commonly reported problems on Audi A3 models (2012–2020), based on owner reports and workshop data across the UK.

CLHA

Diesel Particulate Filter (DPF)

Clogs from poor fuel quality, short journeys, or failed regens, leading to backpressure.

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Vehicle Details

RegistrationHJ66 ARU
MakeAudi
ModelA3
ColourGrey
Fuel typeDiesel
Engine1598cc
Year2016
First registered
Area codeHJ — Bournemouth, Hampshire and Dorset
Age identifier66 — September 2016 to February 2017

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About HJ66 ARU

What car is HJ66 ARU?

HJ66 ARU is an grey Audi A3, diesel (1598cc). First registered in Bournemouth in 2016.

What is the mileage of HJ66 ARU?

The last recorded mileage for HJ66 ARU was 81,265 miles, recorded on 7 Oct 2025 during its most recent MOT test.

Has HJ66 ARU passed its MOT?

HJ66 ARU has had 8 MOT tests with an 88% pass rate (7 passes, 1 failure). It last passed on 7 Oct 2025.

Is HJ66 ARU ULEZ compliant?

Based on its fuel type and registration year, HJ66 ARU is likely ULEZ compliant. Diesel post-2015 (Euro 6). This is an estimate based on typical emission standards — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker for a definitive answer.

How old is HJ66 ARU?

HJ66 ARU is approximately 10 years old. Age identifier 66 means registered between 1 September 2016 and 28 February 2017.