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 2007 Audi A3 Diesel 1984cc has had 20 MOT tests on record, passing 13 and failing 7 (65% pass rate). It has 131,665 miles on the clock, averaging 6,321 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 OW56 JOH
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
Below average| Latest reading | 131,665 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 84 |
| Average per year | 6,321 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 20 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 | OW56 JOH |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Silver |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1984cc |
| Year | 2007 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OW — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About OW56 JOH
What car is OW56 JOH?
OW56 JOH is an silver Audi A3, diesel (1984cc). First registered in Oxford in 2007.
What is the mileage of OW56 JOH?
The last recorded mileage for OW56 JOH was 131,665 miles, recorded on 9 Mar 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OW56 JOH passed its MOT?
OW56 JOH has had 20 MOT tests with a 65% pass rate (13 passes, 7 failures). It last passed on 9 Mar 2024.
Is OW56 JOH ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OW56 JOH is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2007, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is OW56 JOH?
OW56 JOH is approximately 19 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.