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 2011 Audi A3 Diesel 1968cc has had 18 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 5 (72% pass rate). It has 168,594 miles on the clock, averaging 10,776 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 OO56 EMS
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 168,594 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 108 |
| Average per year | 10,776 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 18 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 | OO56 EMS |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2011 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OO — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About OO56 EMS
What car is OO56 EMS?
OO56 EMS is an black Audi A3, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Oxford in 2011.
What is the mileage of OO56 EMS?
The last recorded mileage for OO56 EMS was 168,594 miles, recorded on 6 Aug 2026 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OO56 EMS passed its MOT?
OO56 EMS has had 18 MOT tests with a 72% pass rate (13 passes, 5 failures). It last passed on 6 Aug 2026.
Is OO56 EMS ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OO56 EMS is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2011, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is OO56 EMS?
OO56 EMS is approximately 15 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.