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 19 MOT tests on record, passing 16 and failing 3 (84% pass rate). It has 143,435 miles on the clock, averaging 7,961 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 OY56 UAR
Data from DVSA. Last updated August 2026. Check gov.uk for the latest.
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Mileage Analysis
About average| Latest reading | 143,435 miles |
| Reading date | |
| Miles last year | 1,896 |
| Average per year | 7,961 |
| Mileage consistency | Variable |
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Full MOT Test History 19 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 | OY56 UAR |
| Make | Audi |
| Model | A3 |
| Colour | Orange |
| Fuel type | Diesel |
| Engine | 1968cc |
| Year | 2006 |
| First registered | |
| Area code | OY — Oxford, Oxford |
| Age identifier | 56 — September 2006 to February 2007 |
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About OY56 UAR
What car is OY56 UAR?
OY56 UAR is an orange Audi A3, diesel (1968cc). First registered in Oxford in 2006.
What is the mileage of OY56 UAR?
The last recorded mileage for OY56 UAR was 143,435 miles, recorded on 10 May 2025 during its most recent MOT test.
Has OY56 UAR passed its MOT?
OY56 UAR has had 19 MOT tests with an 84% pass rate (16 passes, 3 failures). It last passed on 10 May 2025.
Is OY56 UAR ULEZ compliant?
Based on its fuel type and registration year, OY56 UAR 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 OY56 UAR?
OY56 UAR is approximately 20 years old. Age identifier 56 means registered between 1 September 2006 and 28 February 2007.