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 16 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 3 (81% pass rate). It has 199,249 miles on the clock, averaging 10,527 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 OV56 VDM
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Above average| Latest reading | 199,249 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 2 |
| Average per year | 10,527 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 16 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 | OV56 VDM |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OV — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About OV56 VDM
What car is OV56 VDM?
OV56 VDM is an black Audi A3, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Oxford in 2006.
What is the mileage of OV56 VDM?
The last recorded mileage for OV56 VDM was 199,249 miles, recorded on 27 Jan 2022 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OV56 VDM passed its MOT?
OV56 VDM has had 16 MOT tests with an 81% pass rate (13 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 27 Jan 2022.
Is OV56 VDM ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OV56 VDM 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 OV56 VDM?
OV56 VDM is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.