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 2012 Audi A3 Diesel 1968cc has had 13 MOT tests on record, passing 10 and failing 3 (77% pass rate). It has 156,926 miles on the clock, averaging 7,528 miles per year, around 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 OY12 DPV
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 156,926 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 4,020 |
| Average per year | 7,528 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 13 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 | OY12 DPV |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Black |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2012 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OY — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 12 — March 2012 to August 2012 |
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About OY12 DPV
What car is OY12 DPV?
OY12 DPV is an black Audi A3, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Oxford in 2012.
What is the mileage of OY12 DPV?
The last recorded mileage for OY12 DPV was 156,926 miles, recorded on 16 Jan 2024 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OY12 DPV passed its MOT?
OY12 DPV has had 13 MOT tests with a 77% pass rate (10 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 16 Jan 2024.
Is OY12 DPV ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OY12 DPV is likely not ULEZ compliant. As a diesel vehicle registered in 2012, it typically does not meet the Euro 6 emission standard required. This is an estimate — confirm with TfL's ULEZ checker.
How old is OY12 DPV?
OY12 DPV is approximately 14 years old. Age identifier 12 means registered between 1 March 2012 and 31 August 2012.